RESOURCES| Food Skills Library
REPORTS | Labour Market Information
EVENTS | FPSC & Government Events
• 3+ years of lobster, crab or shrimp line processing experience.
• A job title that may include: Lead Hand, Supervisor or Production Worker.
• Possess basic technological skills.
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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Check out our resources designed for you.
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
LMI Report 2021
Cost of vacant jobs in Canada’s food and beverage manufacturing sector limiting economic recovery and business growth, especially for small to medium-sized businesses
Federal Budget 2021 & Skills Training
The federal budget, released on April 19th, has a strong focus on creating jobs and growth in Canada’s workforce with investments in skills, training and skilled trades. A summary of highlights follow.
From traditional training to virtual 360° learning in the food and beverage manufacturing industry
Attracting and training people for essential jobs with virtual reality learning and career exploration labs.
Modernizing the Workplace with National Occupational Standards
In recent years, employers have needed to adapt at an expeditious pace to incorporate advanced technology, acclimate to global issues, and accommodate changing consumer buying habits.
National Occupational Standard for Fish & Seafood Primary Processor Complete, Crustaceans Certification in Development
Thank you to Canada’s fish and seafood industry for partnering with FPSC’s Professionalizing the Food and Beverage Industry team led by Tracy Biernacki-Dusza.
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
