Get Certified to Handle Food Safely in Ontario

Designed specifically for food service professionals, the SafeCheck® Advanced Food Safety course is the industry standard, equipping you with the practical knowledge needed to implement safe food handling practices confidently. This training program is aimed at reducing the risk of foodborne illnesses and maintaining high food safety standards in a wide range of food premises across Ontario. Once you finish the course, you’ll be ready to take the final exam online and obtain your food handler certificate.

Key Topics Covered in the Ontario Food Handler Training Course

Our Ontario food handler certificate course content provides comprehensive training in the following areas:
  • Identifying food handling hazards
  • Best practices for safe food preparation and service
  • Creating and implementing a food safety plan
  • Key principles of HACCP and maintaining safe food handling practices
  • Minimizing cross-contamination risks
  • Effective sanitation, waste control, and pest management
  • Personal hygiene practices for staff and visitors
  • Proper procedures for food purchasing, receiving, and storage
  • Navigating Canadian food safety laws, regulations, and inspection protocols

Why Choose Us for Your Food Handler Certification

Over the years, thousands of food service workers have successfully completed their food handler training with us. As a trusted and leading provider of food safety certifications, Canadian Food Safety offers user-friendly, interactive, and cost-efficient training tailored for food service employees in Ontario. Whether you work in a restaurant, a catering business, or a food processing facility, our courses are designed to give you the food safety skills you need to meet your professional needs.

Approved by Provincial Health Departments Across the Country

Our SafeCheck® Advanced Food Safety Handler Certification program is fully compliant with the food handler training requirements of Ontario’s public health units. Valid for five years, it is accepted and recognized by health inspectors throughout the province and across Canada:
  • Alberta

  • Nunavut

  • British Columbia

  • Manitoba

  • Quebec

  • New Brunswick

  • Prince Edward Island

  • Newfoundland and Labrador

  • Saskatchewan

  • North West Territories

  • Yukon

  • Nova Scotia

24-7 icon

24/7 Online Access

Our online course is designed to fit your busy lifestyle, with 24/7 online access to all training materials. Whether you’re using a desktop, laptop, tablet, or mobile device, you can complete the food safety training at your convenience, as long as you have internet access.
Unli Exam icon

Unlimited Exam Attempts

You have the flexibility to retake the final exam as many times as needed, at no extra cost. Our unlimited exam attempts policy ensures you can complete your certification with confidence.
In class icon

Access to Helpful Resources

Once you finish the online food handler certification, you’ll gain access to a wealth of practical resources, including over 60 training videos and informative colour posters that can be used in your workplace to promote safe food handling practices.
Loading...

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to complete the Ontario food handler certification course?

The SafeCheck® Advanced Food Safety course is designed to be completed in approximately 6 hours. This self-paced program includes 10 lessons, a practice quiz, and a final exam, allowing you to progress according to your schedule. The course features a fully narrated interactive presentation with audio, video, photos, and end-of-module quizzes, providing a comprehensive learning experience.

Canadian Food Safety offers comprehensive support throughout your learning journey, including access to a range of course materials, practice quizzes, and video tutorials. Additionally, technical support is available via phone, email, and chat to assist you with any issues you may encounter during the course or the online exam.

Upon successful completion of the online exam, your food handler certificate will be emailed to you within minutes. You will also receive a printable digital certificate and wallet card, which you can download from your Learner Dashboard. Please ensure that the name you provide during registration matches your valid photo ID, as this information will appear on your certificate.

{
“@context”: “https://schema.org”,
“@type”: “FAQPage”,
“mainEntity”: [{
“@type”: “Question”,
“name”: “How do you get certified to handle food?”,
“acceptedAnswer”: {
“@type”: “Answer”,
“text”: “The SafeCheck® Advanced Food Safety course includes an exam online to earn your food handler certification. You can earn your certification in as few as 6 hours.”
}
}, {
“@type”: “Question”,
“name”: “How long is a food safety certificate valid?”,
“acceptedAnswer”: {
“@type”: “Answer”,
“text”: “SafeCheck® Advanced Canadian Food Safety Certification is valid in all Canadian provinces and territories for five years from the date of issue.”
}
}] }