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expression. Canned or hermetically sealed items are also acceptable. Some examples of these products include: • Rotisserie chicken (Retail barbecued, roasted or broiled) • Chicken soup and soup mixes • Hard-boiled eggs • Chicken/turkey hot dogs • Chicken/turkey deli meats • Fully cooked chicken/turkey sandwiches, wraps, kabobs etc. What food is not allowed into Canada? Any fresh, raw, or unprocessed poultry products or by-products from a state currently experiencing a Highly Pathogenic Avian In fl uenza and/or Newcastle Disease outbreak. This also includes items not consumer prepackaged, such as products from a roadside stand or small farm. Some examples of restricted items include: • Raw poultry meat (including frozen turkeys and chickens) • Raw table eggs • Egg yolks and egg white (albumen) • Cooked leftovers from a restaurant • Raw pet food and raw poultry items for pet food • Feathers

Dairy, produce, and meat products created in the US must meet the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) standards to be permitted into the country. Otherwise, they’ll be seized at customs. So before you travel, look up the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s list of prohibited items to ensure none of your snacks fall into this category. Be aware of what food you can and can not bring into the country. All fruits and veggies from south of the US border are considered suspect and may be seized if brought across the border, as well as any meats or products containing meat. So read up ahead of time to save yourself any hassle at customs! As you can see, Canada has stringent regulations on what food travelers can bring into the country. While some products, such as dairy and certain meats, are prohibited, there may be some exceptions for smaller amounts for personal consumption. There are limits to the amount of Alcohol and Cigarettes brought into Canada. Meeting the minimum age of the province or territory you’re entering is important. Each

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