Disclaimer and Terms of Use

1. Not an Official Government Tool

This tool is an unofficial, informational resource created to assist users in finding and downloading Health Canada Front-of-Package (FOP) nutrition symbols. It is provided for convenience purposes only.

This tool is NOT official and is NOT endorsed, approved, or sponsored by Health Canada, the Government of Canada, or any government agency.

For official guidance and regulatory information, you must consult Health Canada's official resources at canada.ca/health-canada.

2. No Affiliation with Health Canada

This tool and its operators are NOT affiliated with, NOT employed by, and NOT representing Health Canada, the Government of Canada, or any government entity.

The symbols provided through this tool are based on publicly available resources published by Health Canada. However, this tool's functionality, design, and implementation are independent and unofficial.

Any references to "Health Canada" or government regulations are for informational purposes only and do not imply endorsement or approval.

3. No Guarantee of Compliance

YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for ensuring your product labels comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and standards, including but not limited to:

• Canada's Food and Drugs Act and Regulations
• Health Canada's Front-of-Package Nutrition Labelling Regulations (SOR/2022-168)
• Safe Food for Canadians Regulations
• Consumer Packaging and Labelling Act
• Any other applicable federal, provincial, or municipal laws

This tool does NOT:

• Verify whether your product requires FOP symbols
• Confirm that the symbol you selected is correct for your product
• Ensure your overall label design meets regulatory requirements
• Provide regulatory compliance advice or guidance
• Replace professional regulatory consulting services

It is your responsibility to determine which symbols (if any) are required for your product, to select the correct specifications, and to ensure proper implementation on your packaging.

4. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, the operators of this tool, and any contributors, shall NOT be liable for any:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, business, or data
• Regulatory non-compliance, fines, penalties, or enforcement actions
• Product recalls, seizures, or disposal orders
• Legal fees, costs, or expenses
• Damage to reputation or goodwill
• Any other damages or losses whatsoever

This limitation applies regardless of the cause of action, whether in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or otherwise, and whether or not we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

You use this tool entirely at your own risk. We make no representations or warranties about the consequences of using or relying on this tool or any symbols obtained through it.

5. No Warranties

This tool and all symbols provided through it are offered "AS-IS" and "AS-AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability
• Fitness for a particular purpose
• Non-infringement
• Accuracy, completeness, or reliability
• Availability or uninterrupted access
• Freedom from errors, bugs, or viruses

We make NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION that:

• The symbols provided are current, accurate, or complete
• The symbols are suitable for your specific product or use case
• Use of the symbols will result in regulatory compliance
• The tool will meet your requirements or expectations
• Any information provided is correct or up-to-date

You acknowledge that regulations may change, and it is your responsibility to verify that you are using current, compliant symbols.

6. Asset Source and Modifications

The FOP nutrition symbols provided through this tool are based on publicly available resources published by Health Canada. We do not claim ownership of the symbol designs, which are government-created assets.

Important: While we strive to provide accurate reproductions of official symbols, we cannot guarantee that the files available through this tool are identical to Health Canada's current official versions.

Health Canada's regulations prohibit modification of FOP symbols. You may NOT:

• Change colors, fonts, or layout of the symbols
• Add, remove, or alter any elements
• Combine symbols with other graphics in non-compliant ways
• Use symbols in sizes below regulatory minimums

It is your responsibility to use symbols in accordance with Health Canada's specifications and regulations.

7. Regulatory Changes

Food labelling regulations are subject to change. Health Canada may update FOP nutrition symbol requirements, specifications, implementation timelines, or other aspects of the regulations at any time.

This tool may not reflect the most current regulations or requirements. We do not commit to updating this tool when regulations change.

It is your responsibility to verify that you are following current regulations and using up-to-date symbols. Always consult Health Canada's official resources for the latest information.

8. Professional Advice

This tool does NOT provide legal, regulatory, or professional advice. Nothing on this website should be construed as professional guidance regarding:

• Whether your product requires FOP labelling
• How to calculate nutrient thresholds
• Compliance with food safety regulations
• Label design or approval processes
• Import/export requirements
• Any other regulatory matter

We strongly recommend that you consult with qualified professionals, including:

• Food regulatory consultants
• Legal counsel specializing in food law
• Food scientists and nutritionists
• Label design experts familiar with Canadian regulations

Only qualified professionals can provide advice tailored to your specific product and situation.

9. Indemnification

By using this tool, you agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the operators of this tool, and any contributors, from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to:

• Your use of this tool or any symbols obtained through it
• Your product labels or packaging
• Your compliance or non-compliance with applicable regulations
• Any misrepresentation or breach of these terms
• Any third-party claims related to your products

10. Acceptance of Terms

By using this tool, you acknowledge that:

• You have read and understood this entire disclaimer
• You agree to be bound by these terms
• You accept full responsibility for your use of this tool and any symbols obtained
• You will not hold us liable for any consequences of your use
• You understand this is not an official government resource
• You will verify compliance with regulations independently

If you do not agree to these terms, you must immediately stop using this tool.

11. Contact Health Canada

For official information about Front-of-Package nutrition labelling requirements, contact Health Canada:

• Website: canada.ca/health-canada
• Food Labelling: canada.ca/food-labelling-changes
• Regulatory Enquiries: Contact Health Canada's Food Directorate

Health Canada is the authoritative source for all regulatory requirements and compliance guidance.