Guide

Organic products for interprovincial or international trade: prepare Canadian certification

Check first

An organic label claim must comply with the applicable regime. The CFIA accredits the bodies that certify products.

Confirm the right process

Determine the Canada Organic Regime’s scope for the products, activities and markets involved, including labelling rules.

Prepare the dossier

Choose a certification body accredited for the relevant scope and request its application and assessment requirements.

Submit the application

Document the organic production system, ingredients, suppliers, traceability and practices; complete the requested assessments.

Follow up

Check the certificate’s scope before using claims or the logo; maintain records and report product or process changes.

Official procedure

Requirements and supporting information

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Official sources consulted August 30, 2026. Orientation guide: confirm current rules, documents, deadlines and conditions with the responsible authority.

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