Educational Materials
- Infant Botulism
April 19, 2010
[PDF, 1 MB]
Presentation describing botulism, specifically infant botulism
- Shellfish Safety for Harvesters
June 26, 2009
[PDF, 125 KB]
Brochure that describes when, where and how to harvest shellfish safety, contact information for DFO to find out about beach closures, safe cooking, transport and storage of shellfish and types of illnesses caused by shellfish: ASP, PSP, hepatitis A, norovirus, and Vibrio parahaemolyticus.
- Shellfish Safety for Restaurants
June 26, 2009
[PDF, 112 KB]
Brochure for owners and operators of restaurants that describes requirements for purchasing shellfish from approved sources, keeping shellfish tags for one year, and safe storage, temperature control and cooking of shellfish.
- Shellfish Advice for Consumers
June 25, 2009
[PDF, 345 KB]
Describes how to purchase, store, transport and cook shellfish from a consumer safety perspective. Discusses shellfish harvesting and potential risks of consuming shellfish. Produced in collaboration with BC Shellfish Growers Association, Health Canada, CFIA and Regional Health Authorities.
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Last Updated: April 21, 2009
