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Food Processing Skills Canada
Your leader in skills development.
A remarkable 1 in 8 Canadians are employed in the Canadian food and beverage manufacturing industry. When you think of businesses in this industry that are located across the country, think of the dedicated and skilled individuals that make certain food is produced with the highest safety and quality. It is easy to understand why Canada’s food and beverage sector is a leader around the globe.
At Food Processing Skills Canada, it is our job to support people with the best skills development and training. We focus on businesses by providing labour market analysis, funding support, e-learning and certification. And with our Learning & Recognition Framework – the first of its kind in Canada – curriculum, courses and accreditation will become aligned.
Join us in professionalizing an extraordinary industry.
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COVID-19 Resources
Understand the advantages to business and employees of remote work, in addition to managing issues and addressing challenges as they may arise.
An essential information resource for food processing industry sanitation workers related to the principles of cleaning and sanitation, as well as common food industry practices.
Integrate comfortably into Canada as a temporary foreign worker during COVID-19 with this comprehensive course on the global pandemic and best practices to keep your family and workplace safe while preparing for work.
A guide for food and beverage processors on managing impacts of the COVID-19 global pandemic and supporting temporary foreign workers in the workplace.
LATEST NEWS
Future Skills Centre announces $37 million investment for innovative and responsive solutions to Canada’s evolving labour market
30 projects to fill employers’ skills gaps and help workers gain in-demand skills in post- pandemic period.
Changes to BC Post Farm and On Farm Food Safety Programs respond to COVID-19 global pandemic
Immediate, one-time funding available for Personal Protective Equipment
Youth, Recent Immigrants and Indigenous people are highly motivated to find employment
Research completed by Food Processing Skills Canada is providing employers with valuable insight into the motivations, perceptions, interests, challenges and preferences of prospective employees for the food and beverage manufacturing industry.
Evolving how you lead in a world of accelerated change
Resilient organizations and leaders are like putty - stretched, pulled and twisted, yet still hold their shape.
MEMBERSHIP
Welcome to Canada's top loyalty program for the food & beverage manufacturing industry.
Membership Plus : Free
Fundamentals
Price: $199
Members: $159
Gain an understanding of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and the importance of having a food safety program. This introductory program outlines how every person working at that facility can have either a positive or a negative impact on food safety.
24/7 access on any
platform
platform
Nationally Recognized
Certificate of Completion
Certificate of Completion
Membership Plus : Free
Price: $275
Members: $220
Food Safety & Meat Processing 101 is an interactive, online course that focuses on Industry Legislation & Regulation, Workplace Policies & Procedures, Food Processing Equipment, Workplace Health & Safety, Meat Types and Cuts 101, Knife Sharpening, Food Safety, Cleaning and sanitation including waste, Product Quality, Food Traceability and Communication & Leadership Skills.
24/7 access on any
platform
platform
Nationally Recognized
Certificate of Completion
Certificate of Completion
Membership Plus : Free
Onboarding Stronger Employees
Price: $199
Members: Free
Start your employees off on the right foot by adding I AM FOOD to your current onboarding practices. During this interactive online training program, individuals from all backgrounds and skillsets will build an appreciation for the largest manufacturing industry in Canada, and their role within it.
24/7 access on any
platform
platform
Nationally Recognized
Certificate of Completion
Certificate of Completion
Downloadable
Courseware available
Courseware available
Working with industry, for industry.
800+
Participants Engaged in FPSC Initiatives
50+
Impactful Meetings With Government, Associations, Educators, and International Partners
40+
Labour Market Industry Reports
15
Industry Led Committees & Working Groups
