LAST CALL............
BRCGS Internal Auditor - Nov. 17-18 Calgary (in person) - register now or this course will be cancelled! Gain a full understanding of the general principles of the Standard & how to comply with the requirements & gain an understanding of what to expect during the process of certification & actions needed prior to, during & after the audit.

VIRTUAL OPTIONS:
BRC Vulnerability Assessment / Food Fraud - Dec. 4 - $325
Implementing SQF Systems - Jan. 12-13 - $650
BRCGS Issue 8 Site Training - Jan 26-27 - $650
JUST ADDED...
GMP, Preventive Controls & HACCP Implementation (Virtual Instructor Led) Nov. 24-25 or Jan 26-27
$800/person - Learn how to successfully implement a GMP & Preventive Controls compliant HACCP system. Recognized by the International HACCP Alliance & include an exam.
  • Overview of HACCP; Hazards & Controls
  • GMP's & Prerequisite Programs
  • Preliminary Steps to Hazard Analysis
  • Critical Control Points & Critical Limits
  • Monitoring
  • Corrective Action; Verification Procedures; Record Keeping

or simply melody@afpa.com
WORKPLACE HEALTH & SAFETY
(all in person attendance)
Still a few spaces available:

$450/person
OHS Roles & Responsibilities for Managers/Supervisors - Part of new supervisory competency requirements. Anyone that directs the work of others by any title
Oct. 28 Edm / Oct. 29 Calgary

$725/person
Internal Auditor - Nov 4-5 LEDUC
(this course is confirmed to go!
Nov 18-19 Calgary (pending)

$725/person
Program Building - Nov 24-25 Calgary (confirmed to go)
Teaches how to properly build & Implement your HS system.
NEW DATE JUST ADDED DUE TO DEMAND:
Joint HS Committee or Representative - $450 This training is MANDATORY for HSC co-chairs & HS representatives, however any committee members or worker interested in health & safety, would benefit from the course. Nov 20 - Calgary
Don't have the time to commit to your health & safety program / need help building your HS manual - contact info@afpa.com for $4,995 and a 3 month time frame we will have you compliant with OHS regulations; providing templates; a complete HS manual and detailed homework for your staff to follow!
Calgary Co-Op Seeking Product(s) from AFPA Members.
Your association hard at work for it's members.....if you are not a member please JOIN!
Trying to source LOCALLY. Must be certified with a recognized GFSI scheme OR willing-and-under way with the process of obtaining GFSI (AFPA food safety services can help), as well as retail ready packaging format.
  • Dry lentils, pulses, grains, barley.
  • Baking needs & mixes both regular/organic.
  • Plant based products; burgers or meatless options, alternative milk beverages, really any category of plant based.
  • Ice Cream, Ice cream Cakes, Ice cream Novelties, Sorbet.
  • Tea; black standard & specialty Tea’s.
  • Granola, granola bars, cereals.
  • Dry Pasta, Pasta sauce.
  • Condiments; pickles, kimchee, salsa,…
  • Gluten Free anything.
  • Jerky; beef, turkey, fish,
 There is much more they will be interested in down the road this is just a starting point. SO if you are an AFPA member and are interested in a connection reach out to melody@afpa.com.
A GREAT RESOURCE: COVID-19: Workplace Health and Safety Guide was released by the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), which includes info on the responsibilities of employers and workers, and what workplaces should do to control risks of COVID-19. The CCOHS has a wealth of information available online, including tip sheets and guidance material to support employers and workers in preventing the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace. Employers can select the information most relevant to their business to develop a customized COVID-19 toolkit. Info available includes sector specific tip sheets, including for agricultural workplaces and food processing workplaces, infographics, and more. 
Alberta Agriculture and Forestry Training Support Program provides support to help address the impact of COVID-19. Supports eligible employers to offset the costs of training and ensuring safety protocols are in place for new employees hired from the available domestic labour pool. Eligible activities include training for newly hired employees in the area of COVID-19 safety procedures.
Western Economic Diversification Canada Business Scale-up and Productivity Program supports established high-growth businesses that are scaling up and producing innovative goods, services or technologies. The program offers interest-free repayable funding and will be accepting expressions of interest during the next intake period of Jan 15, 2021 to Feb 16, 2021. For more info contact a regional office.