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SFCR Training Online –
Certificate & CFIA Compliance
Self-Paced SFCR Training Overview
FIC’s Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) self-paced training is designed for those looking to understand and meet SFCR requirements under the Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA). This flexible online course provides clear, practical guidance on SFCR licensing requirements, Preventive Control Plan (PCP) development, and how to align your operations with current Health Canada and Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) expectations.
Participants receive an SFCR training certificate upon successful completion, supporting their qualifications in SFCR compliance, PCP implementation, and regulatory readiness. This is especially valuable for those responsible for developing or maintaining a PCP, preparing for CFIA inspections, or ensuring their facility meets SFCR licensing requirements. With 24/7 access, you can start anytime and progress at your own pace while building the knowledge needed to demonstrate regulatory competency.
The course focuses on how SFCR requirements are applied in real-world food manufacturing environments, including how to build, implement, and maintain a compliant PCP aligned with CFIA enforcement and inspection practices. You’ll also learn how SFCR aligns with internationally recognized food safety frameworks such as the Codex Alimentarius Commission, helping support both domestic compliance and global market access.
Learn how to develop a Preventive Control Plan (PCP) under SFCR for Food Safety and Market Fairness.
Duration: 6 Hours
Access: 1-year, self-paced
What’s Included in This SFCR Training
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Presentation Slides and Training Overview
Access FIC’s SFCR training presentation slides and visual schematics to follow along with each video lesson and reinforce key regulatory concepts.
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SFCR Resources Library
Get access to practical SFCR templates and downloadable resources designed to support PCP development.
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Import and Export Compliance Guides
Download step-by-step PDF guides and checklists to help you meet SFCR import and export requirements and ensure compliance when supplying food within or into Canada.
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SFCR Training Certificate of Completion
Receive your SFCR training certificate upon successful completion, issued by FIC. This certificate supports your qualifications in SFCR compliance, Preventive Control Plan (PCP) implementation, and CFIA inspection readiness.
Course Topics
1) SFCR Requirements for Food Importers and Exporters
Understand how to comply with SFCR requirements when importing into or exporting food to Canada.
2) Food Safety Preventive Control Plan (PCP)
Learn how to develop, implement, and maintain a compliant PCP aligned with SFCR and CFIA expectations.
3) Consumer Protection and Market Fairness Requirements
Understand how SFCR addresses consumer protection, including market fairness and regulatory obligations.
4) Regulatory Requirements and Guidance
Including labelling, standards of identity, grades, packaging, and net quantity requirements under SFCR.
5) SFCR Tools, Timelines, and Compliance Resources
Identify how and when SFCR requirements apply to your business and what actions are needed for compliance.
6) How HACCP Plans Align with SFCR PCP Requirements
Learn how existing HACCP plans fit within an SFCR Preventive Control Plan and where adjustments may be needed.
Intended Audience
This SFCR training is designed for individuals and businesses responsible for food safety, regulatory compliance, and Preventive Control Plan (PCP) development in Canada or exporting food to Canada, as well as anyone looking to learn and understand Canadian regulatory requirements.
• QA Personnel and Production Supervisors
• Operations Managers and Supply-Chain Managers
• Food Safety Consultants, SQF Practitioners and BRCGS Professionals
• HACCP Coordinators and Food Safety Technicians
• Food Science Graduates and Food Safety Professionals
• Owners and Operators of Food Facilities
• Importers and Exporters of Food to Canada
• Regulatory and Compliance Specialists
• New or expanding food businesses
Course Details
• Format: 100% Online, Self-Paced Training
• Duration: Approximately 6 Hours of Content
• Access: 1-Year Access (Learn at Your Own Pace)
• Certificate: SFCR Training Certificate Issued by FIC Upon Completion
• Delivery: Video Lessons, Practical Examples, and Downloadable Resources
• Level: Beginner to Intermediate (No prior SFCR experience required)
• Focus: SFCR Compliance, Preventive Control Plan (PCP), and CFIA Expectations
• Application: Supports PCP development, licensing readiness, and CFIA inspection preparation
• Regulatory Scope: Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) under the Safe Food for Canadians Act (SFCA)
SFCR Trainer and Expert
Sonia Akbarzadeh
MSc. Chemical Engineering, Food Industry Specialist
Sonia Akbarzadeh is a food safety expert with 25+ years of international experience in regulatory compliance, HACCP, and preventive control systems. She has led food safety and quality programs at major companies including Yum! Restaurants International, Pepperidge Farm, and Furlani Foods, implementing FSMA-compliant preventive controls and GFSI-aligned systems.
Sonia has consulted on over 120 food safety projects and trained more than 12,000 professionals worldwide. As a Lead Instructor for SFCR training, GFSI Lead Auditor, SQF Trainer, and Approved BRCGS Trainer, she brings practical, real-world expertise in Preventive Control Plan (PCP) development and regulatory compliance aligned with Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) expectations.
Learn directly from Sonia’s experience while completing FIC’s self-paced SFCR training course, designed to help you understand and apply SFCR requirements in real-world food manufacturing environments.
