Hello Everyone!
We are a small, family-run business based in Windsor-Essex, Ontario. We specialize in authentic Indian and Bengali cuisine.
We are now exploring opportunities to expand into the packaged food industry and reach customers beyond Windsor-Essex, including Toronto, London, and other parts of Ontario.
As we are new to this side of the food industry, I would really appreciate some guidance on how to get started, particularly with:
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Food packaging and preservation – Shelf life, freezing, and suitable packaging methods.
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Food safety and regulatory requirements – CFIA regulations, certifications, and standards for selling packaged food.
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Lab testing – Nutritional analysis, shelf-life testing, and food safety testing.
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Labelling requirements – Nutrition Facts tables, ingredients, allergens, and other mandatory information.
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Logistics and distribution – Cold-chain transportation, frozen food delivery, and cost-effective distribution across Ontario.
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Scaling production – Moving from a small approved kitchen to larger-scale commercial production.
I would love to connect with anyone who has experience in food manufacturing, packaging, distribution, or navigating the regulatory process in Canada.
We are still a small business, learning and growing, and would be grateful for any recommendations, contacts, resources, or advice from this group.
Thank you
Team Tawrcurry