A food safety certificate can be obtained by any locally recognized authority that issues them. Food handler and food safety certifications are designed for candidates that require certification that meets current health laws passed by the province. Candidates enrolled in these courses will receive training in a variety of different food safe practices including food handling, storing, preparing, sanitation and hygiene.
These course vary by province but essentially offer the same level of training, length of training, certification and cost. The length of the course varies depending on the region. The majority of provinces require candidates to attend a food safety or food handling course that is approximately 8 hours in length.