A food recall has been issued by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for PC Organics brand baby food pouches. The pouches could allow for the growth of Clostridium Botulinum, which is the bacteria responsible for botulism. Loblaw Companies explained an error in the manufacturing process resulted in excess water in the product, which under certain circumstances, could support the growth of the bacteria, and pose a health risk.

The products were sold in Weyburn at the Real Canadian Wholesale Club. Other stories in Saskatchewan where it may have been sold include Extra Foods, Loblaws City Market, No Frills, Real Canadian Superstore, Your Independent Grocer, Shoppers Drug Mart and affiliated independent stories.

The CFIA recommends, if you have purchased the product, to throw it out, or return it to the store where it was purchased.

If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, call your doctor. Food contaminated by the toxin may not look or smell spoiled, but can still make you sick. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dizziness, blurred or double vision, dry mouth, respiratory failure and paralysis. In severe cases, people may die.

The recall was triggered by a consumer complaint, and the CFIA is checking to ensure the recalled products are removed from the marketplace. There have been some reported illnesses which may be associated with the consumption of these products.

Complete list of products

PC Organics Apple, Blueberry & Green Pea  strained baby food, 128 mL.
PC Organics Apple Crisp Muffin flavour  puree snack, 128 mL
PC Organics Apple, Carrot, Apricot & Millet  strained baby Food, 128 mL
PC Organics Banana, Sweet Potato & Blueberry strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Apple strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Apple, Banana & Blueberry with Yogurt strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Apple, Banana & Strawberry with Yogurt strained baby food , 128 mL
PC Organics Apple Cherry strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Sweet Potato, Apple and Mango strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Peach Maple Cobbler Flavour puree snack, 128 mL
PC Organics Banana Apple & Carrot strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Pumpkin, Apple, Peach & Buckwheat strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Prune, Apple, Butternut Squash & Quinoa strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Pear strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Mango, Apple, Carrot & Peach strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Blackberry Cobbler Flavour puree snack, 128 mL
PC Organics Banana & Kiwi strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Mango strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Banana & Raspberry strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Banana, Apple, Apricot & Rice strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Banana Bread Flavour puree snack, 128 mL
PC Organics Pear, Apple and Broccoli strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Sweet Potato, Banana & Apricot strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Tropical Twist Smoothie with Greek Yogurt puree snack, 128 mL
PC Organics Banana, Mango & Apple with Yogurt strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Orange Twist Smoothie with Greek Yogurt puree snack, 128 mL
PC Organics Prunes strained baby food, 128 mL
PC Organics Apple, Banana & Strawberry with Yogurt strained baby food, 6x128 mL
PC Organics Sweet Potato, Apple and Mango strained baby food, 6x128 mL
PC Organics Banana Apple & Carrot strained baby food, 6x128 mL
PC Organics Mango strained baby food, 6x128 mL
PC Organics Pear, Apple and Broccoli strained baby food, 6x128 mL

You can read more on the recall on the CFIA website.