Laval warns residents: do not consume Tarte fruits from Grand Marché Col-Fax due to safety concerns
The Quebec agriculture ministry issued a class-1 safety alert for a refrigerated fruit tart sold at a Laval location; no illness has been reported, but consumption poses a health risk.
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The Ministère de l'Agriculture, des Pêcheries et de l'Alimentation (MAPAQ) issued a class-1 public safety alert Wednesday for a refrigerated fruit tart product sold in Laval.
The product, labeled "Tarte fruits" (unitaire format, UPC 0 203102 414991), with packaging date 2026/SE/09, was offered for sale until September 9, 2026, exclusively at Grand Marché Col-Fax inc., located at 3699 desserte Nord Laval (A-440) Ouest, Laval.
MAQAQ advises that the product was not prepared and conditioned in a manner ensuring food safety. Residents who have the product in their possession are instructed not to consume it. Although the product may show no signs of spoilage or suspicious odour, consumption may represent a health risk.
No cases of illness associated with consumption of this food have been reported to MAPAQ as of the alert date.
If symptoms related to consumption of a food product appear, residents should consult a healthcare professional. MAPAQ did not specify in its alert what particular safety concern prompted the warning.
Consumers with questions may contact MAPAQ at smsaia@mapaq.gouv.qc.ca. The ministry publishes ongoing food-recall communiqués; residents can register online to receive them by email. MAPAQ also posts food alerts on X (Twitter) at www.X.com/MAPAQaliments.
The facts
What product was recalled in Laval?
A refrigerated fruit tart labeled 'Tarte fruits' in unitaire format with UPC 0 203102 414991 and packaging date 2026/SE/09 was recalled by MAPAQ.
Where was the recalled tart sold?
The product was sold exclusively at Grand Marché Col-Fax inc., located at 3699 desserte Nord Laval (A-440) Ouest, Laval.
Why was the tart recalled?
MAPAQ determined the product was not prepared and conditioned in a manner ensuring food safety, though the ministry did not specify the particular safety concern.
Has anyone gotten sick from this tart?
No cases of illness associated with consumption of the product have been reported to MAPAQ as of the alert date.
