CFIA recalls Coaticook Aged Cheddar Cheese sold in Quebec over possible Listeria contamination

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) issued a food recall warning on Sept. 1, 2026, for Coaticook brand Aged Cheddar Cheese “1 an” distributed in Quebec because of possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination.

CFIA says food contaminated with Listeria may not look or smell spoiled but can still cause illness. The agency says infection can be especially serious for older adults, pregnant women and people with weakened immune systems.

CFIA says not to use, sell, serve or distribute the affected product.

The recalled products are:

• Coaticook Aged Cheddar Cheese “1 an,” 1.15 kg (UPC 00059263642519), Best Before: 03AU27
• Coaticook Aged Cheddar Cheese “1 an,” 2.27 kg (UPC 00059263645015), Best Before: 03AU27

The recalling firm is Laiterie de Coaticook Limitée; CFIA says the company triggered the recall.

As of Sept. 1, 2026, CFIA reported no illnesses associated with consumption of the recalled products.

CFIA says it is conducting a food safety investigation. The agency says the investigation may lead to the recall of other products. CFIA also said it is verifying that recalled products are being removed from the marketplace.

The recall is classified as Class 1 under identification number RA-82581.

CFIA says symptoms of Listeria infection can include vomiting, nausea, persistent fever, muscle aches, severe headache and neck stiffness. CFIA says pregnant women, older adults and people with weakened immune systems are particularly at risk. The agency says infection during pregnancy can lead to premature delivery, infection of the newborn or stillbirth. CFIA says severe cases can be fatal.