AndreaBozzo/ceres-open-data-index huggingface dataset:
Harm caused by substance use among youth aged 10-24 

This report describes hospitalizations related to substance use among youth aged 10 to 24 in Canada between 2018 and 2024. It examines trends in hospitalizations by age, sex, province or territory, income level, urban or rural/remote location and substance. The national rate of substance-related hospitalizations among youth aged 10-24 declined by 22% between 2018-19 and 2023-24. Cannabis and alcohol were the leading causes of substance-related hospitalizations across most provinces and territories, sexes, and age groups.  Over 60% of youth hospitalizations involved a co-occurring mental health condition. 

Organization: Health Canada | Santé Canada
Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens and Indicators in Plant-based Ice Cream Alternatives - April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2022

​A 3-year targeted survey analysed 714 samples of plant-based ice cream alternatives for the presence of the pathogens Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes. All samples were also tested for total coliforms and Aerobic Colony Count. Overall, the survey results indicate that plant-based ice cream alternatives sold in Canada are generally safe for consumption.


Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens and Indicators in Plant-based Cheese Alternatives - April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2022

​A 3-year targeted survey analysed 556 samples of plant-based cheese alternatives for the presence of the pathogens Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, and Staphylococcus aureus. All samples were also tested for generic E. coli. Overall, the survey results indicate that plant-based cheese alternatives sold in Canada are generally safe for consumption.


Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens and Indicators in Pasteurized Goat, Sheep, and Water Buffalo Milk Cheese - April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2023

We tested 910 samples of pasteurized goat, sheep, and water buffalo milk cheese for the presence of Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes, Staphylococcus aureus, and generic E. coli. Almost all (99.8%) of the samples tested were found to be satisfactory. Overall, our survey results indicate that pasteurized goat, sheep, and water buffalo milk cheese sold in Canada are generally safe for consumption. However, as with all food, and especially those that are ready-to-eat good hygienic practices are recommended for producers, retailers, and consumers.


Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens and Indicators in Oats - April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2020

A targeted survey analyzed 318 samples of oats for the presence of Salmonella, E. coli O157 and Bacillus cereus. Additionally, of the 318 samples, 120 were tested for Clostridium perfringens, Staphylococcus aureus and generic E. coli. The other 198 samples were tested for total coliforms and Aerobic Colony Count. All samples were found to be free of bacterial pathogens.


Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens and Indicators in Frozen Raw Coconut Meat - April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2021

​A targeted survey analysed 584 samples of frozen raw coconut meat for the presence of Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, E. coli O157, generic E. coli and Aerobic Colony Count. Almost all (99.8%) of the samples tested were found to be free of pathogenic bacteria. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency conducted appropriate follow-up activities and a food recall was issued by industry. There were no reported illnesses related to these products. Overall, our survey results indicate that frozen raw coconut meat sold in Canada are generally safe for consumption, however they can occasionally be contaminated. ​


Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens and Indicators in Frozen Berries and Frozen-Cut Fruits and Vegetables for Smoothies - April 1, 2017 to March 31, 2020

​​A targeted survey analysed 2595 samples of frozen fruits and vegetables for smoothies for the presence of Listeria monocytogenes and generic E. coli. Additionally, of  the 2595 samples, 1800 were  tested for Salmonella, E. coli O157 and Aerobic Colony Count. Salmonella, E. coli O157 and generic E. coli were not found in any of the samples. Listeria monocytogenes was found in 1 sample. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency conducted appropriate follow-up activities.  No illnesses were reported in association with the positive sample.


Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens and Indicators in Fresh Stone Fruits - April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2020

​A targeted survey analysed 2947 samples of fresh whole stone fruits for the presence of E. coli O157, Salmonella, Listeria monocytogenes and generic E. coli. Additionally, of the 2947 samples, 1001 were tested for Shigella. Salmonella, E. coli O157 and Shigella were not found in any of the samples tested. Listeria monocytogenes was found in 34 samples and elevated levels of generic E. coli were found in 2 samples. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency conducted appropriate follow-up activities. No product recalls were required.


Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
COGOA Current Operating Licence Holders

Companies need to apply for an operating licence from the CER before they can do any oil or gas exploration and production related work or activity in the area of the north or offshore where the CER has regulatory responsibilities.
Activities include:
geophysical operations
drilling a well or changing the condition of a well
building and operating facilities
production
abandonment
Licences are issued to a company for a maximum of one year. They are valid from their commencement date (typically April 1 or a date after April 1 if they applied later in the year) until March 31 of the following (next) year.

Organization: Canada Energy Regulator | La Régie de l’énergie du Canada
Venture Capital Action Plan (VCAP) and Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative (VCCI): Data on Results and Impacts as of December 31, 2024

The following data, for the Venture Capital Action Plan (VCAP) and the Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative (VCCI 2017), as of December 31, 2024, is available:

__Performance metrics__ – These tables contain information on investment activities and financial performance for VCAP and VCCI 2017 recipient funds.

__Economic impact data__ – These tables include information on the economic impact of Canadian companies that have received investment by venture capital funds supported under VCAP and VCCI 2017.

__Diversity, equity and inclusion metrics__ – These tables contain diversity, equity and inclusion metrics for the Venture Capital Catalyst Initiative 2017 (VCCI 2017).  Metrics are based on voluntary, self-reported data received from VCCI 2017 recipients, underlying venture capital funds (of funds-of-funds recipients) and funds' portfolio companies using the [Business Development Bank of Canada's DEI Reporting Template for Canadian General Partners (GPs)](https://www.bdc.ca/en/articles-tools/entrepreneur-toolkit/templates-business-guides/dei-reporting-template-canadian-gps).

Organization: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada | Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada
Interprovincial labour mobility in Canada, by occupation

Interprovincial labour mobility, defined as the percentage of workers who changed provinces of residence from May 2016 to December 2017, or from May 2021 to December 2022. Provides experimental estimates for interprovincial labour mobility for the 2022-2023, 2023-2024, 2024-2025, and 2025-2026 periods.<br>

Organization: Statistics Canada | Statistique Canada
Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens and Indicators in Fresh Baby Leafy Vegetables - April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2021

​A targeted survey tested 3172 samples of baby leafy vegetables for the presence of Listeria monocytogenes, Salmonella, E. coli O157 and generic E. coli. Over 99.5% of the samples tested were found to be satisfactory. When necessary, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency conducted appropriate follow-up activities. No product recalls were required.


Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
​2013-14 Coumarin in dried beverage mixes, breads, baking mixes, spice mixes, dried tea, baked goods, and breakfast foods

Targeted surveys are a means used by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) to focus its surveillance activities on areas of highest risk. Targeted surveys have been incorporated into the CFIA's regular surveillance activities as a valuable tool for generating baseline information on foods and/or hazards that are not addressed by other Agency activities.

The main objectives of this targeted survey were to:

+ generate baseline surveillance data on the levels of coumarin in selected domestic and imported cinnamon-containing products available on the Canadian retail market,
+ compare, where feasible, the prevalence of coumarin in foods targeted in this survey with that of similar products in previous surveys on coumarin and the scientific literature.

Coumarin is a natural, fragrant compound found in plants such as cinnamon, tonka beans, and sweet clover. Coumarin was utilized as a flavouring agent in the food and perfume industry for many years until evidence related to its toxicological properties and potential adverse effects to the liver led to its use in food being discontinued or banned in a number of countries, such as Canada and the United States. The direct addition of coumarin to food is not permitted in Canada. It is understood that low exposure to coumarin from natural sources is expected and not anticipated to represent a health concern.

The 2013-2014 CFIA Coumarin survey targeted domestic and imported products containing cinnamon. A total of 749 samples were collected from retail stores in 6 Canadian cities between May 2013 and February 2014. The samples collected included dried beverage mixes, breads, baking mixes, spice mixes, dried tea, baked goods, oatmeal, and adult, children and infant breakfast cereals. All products sampled contained cinnamon in their list of ingredients.

Coumarin was detected in 95% of the survey samples. This is expected, as all products were known to contain cinnamon, and cinnamon is known to naturally contain low concentrations of coumarin. The detected coumarin levels ranged from 0.1 mg/kg to 2510 mg/kg (reported as parts per million in previous reports). The highest concentration of coumarin was observed in a pumpkin pie spice mix sample (2510 mg/kg).

The prevalence and levels of coumarin in product types sampled in the current survey were compared with results in the previous coumarin targeted surveys. The detected coumarin levels in spice mixes, dried tea, and baked goods were comparable to levels reported in previous surveys and scientific literature.

The current as well as the 2011-2012 FSAP survey results were provided to Health Canada. Health Canada determined that the levels of coumarin observed are not expected to pose a concern to human health, therefore no product recalls were carried out.

Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Honey Authenticity Summary Data

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) collects samples of honey from across Canada to test for adulteration with foreign sugars. Testing is done using two techniques. Samples in the datasets below were tested by the CFIA for the addition of C4 sugars using Stable Isotope Ratio Analysis (SIRA), and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR). Analyses were conducted by a contracted laboratory to detect these and other added foreign sugars, including C3 types.

**Additional Information:**

+ CFIA's [Food Fraud Annual Report 2023 to 2024 report](https://inspection.canada.ca/en/about-cfia/science-and-research-cfia/our-research-and-publications/food-fraud-report-2024)

+ CFIA's [Food Fraud Annual Report 2022 to 2023 report](https://inspection.canada.ca/en/about-cfia/science-and-research-cfia/our-research-and-publications/food-fraud-report-2023)

+ CFIA's [Food Fraud Annual Report 2021 to 2022](https://inspection.canada.ca/science-and-research/our-research-and-publications/food-fraud-report/eng/1673406031553/1673406032162)

+ CFIA's [Food Fraud Annual Report (2020 to 2021)](https://inspection.canada.ca/science-and-research/our-research-and-publications/food-fraud-report/eng/1651594307095/1651594307580) report

+ CFIA's [Honey authenticity surveillance results (2019 to 2020)](https://inspection.gc.ca/science-and-research/our-research-and-publications/report/eng/1606943368540/1606943368853) report

+ CFIA's [Enhanced honey authenticity surveillance (2018 to 2019)](http://inspection.gc.ca/about-the-cfia/science/our-research-and-publications/report/eng/1557531883418/1557531883647) report

+ CFIA's [Compliance and enforcement activities](http://www.inspection.gc.ca/about-the-cfia/accountability/compliance-and-enforcement/eng/1299846323019/1299846384123)

Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Food Microbiology - Targeted Surveys - Final Report - Bacterial Pathogens in Seed Powder and Plant-Based Protein Powder - April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2018 

​A targeted survey on seed powders and plant-based protein powders analysed 583 samples of seed powder and 245 samples of plant-based protein powders for generic E. coli, Salmonella, Clostridium perfringens, Bacillus cereus, and Staphylococcus aureus. Salmonella and Staphylococcus aureus were not found in any of the samples. Bacillus cereus was found in 3 of the seed powder samples and 10 samples of the plant-based protein powder. Clostridium perfringens was found in 2 of the plant-based protein powder samples and a high level of generic E. coli was found in 1 seed powder sample. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency conducted appropriate follow-up activities such as facility inspections and additional sampling.


Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons in Selected Foods - April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2019

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are products of the incomplete combustion of materials such as coal, oil, gas, wood and charbroiled meat. They are a common airborne pollutant and often contaminate crops. PAHs can also form in food during thermal processing. This survey analyses the 4 most toxic PAHs, including: benzo[a]pyrene, which has been classified as “carcinogenic to humans" by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), as well as benzo[a]anthracene, benzo[b]fluoranthene and chrysene, which have been classified as “possibly carcinogenic to humans" by the IARC.

This targeted survey generated baseline surveillance data on the occurrence of PAHs in domestic and imported products on the Canadian market. The CFIA sampled and analyzed 287 products, including 142 baked goods, 78 oils and 67 roasted vegetable products. PAHs were detected in 46% of samples tested, with total PAH levels ranging from 0.001 ppb to 9.17 ppb TEQ (Toxic Equivalency).


Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Pesticides and Metals in Grain Products and Ready-to-Eat Meals - April 1, 2016 to March 31, 2017

Grain-based and vegetable-based products are staple foods consumed in Canada. These are products of agricultural commodities and may contain pesticide residues introduced from the environment or if the crops were treated with pesticides in the field, during transport and/or during storage to prevent damage from insects, moulds or other pests. These products may also contain levels of metals from environmental sources. Though metals such as arsenic, cadmium, lead and mercury are not permitted to be added to foods, and manufacturers are responsible for measures aimed at reducing accidental introduction of these elements in foods (for example, from lead solder in steel equipment), their presence is expected in foods, at very low levels, primarily as a result of their natural presence in the environment.

A total of 3998 samples of grain-based products, and RTE meals such as pizza, soup and complete toddler meals, were collected and tested for pesticides and metals. Residues of 127 different pesticides were detected in 1189 (30%) of the samples. The overall compliance rate for pesticides in grain and RTE meals tested was 99.6%.

All samples collected were subjected to a multi-metal laboratory method that analyzes for 20 metals. Only the data for metals of highest concern to human health at low levels of exposure, most notably: arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury, are presented in this report.

There are no regulations in Canada for metal levels in the products tested. All data generated were forwarded to HC for human risk assessment and determined to pose no concern to human health.


Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
CFIA-Undeclared Soy and Gluten in Infant Cereal - 2018-2019

​​The main objective of this survey was to obtain additional information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared soy and gluten in infant cereal. Of the 203 samples tested, a single sample was found to contain undeclared soy. None of the products sampled in this survey were found to present a health risk.

Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
CFIA-Undeclared Allergens in Multi-Ingredient Meat Products - 2017-2018

​The main objective of this survey was to obtain additional information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared allergens in multi-ingredient meat products. 359 samples were tested, and 13 samples were found to contain at least 1 undeclared allergen including egg, gluten, soy, and the milk proteins beta-lactoglobulin (BLG) and casein. The most frequent positive results of the presence of undeclared allergens were in sausage and hot dog products. 4 products in this survey were deemed to represent a health risk and were recalled.



Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
CFIA Undeclared Gluten in Gluten-Free Prepackaged Ready-to-Eat Bakery Products - 2017-2018

The main objective of this survey was to obtain baseline information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared gluten in gluten-free prepackaged ready-to-eat (RTE) bakery products. Of the 300 samples tested, 5 were found to contain undeclared gluten. The most frequent positive results of the presence of undeclared allergens were in the dessert products. No products were deemed to represent a health risk and was recalled.

Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
CFIA Undeclared Allergens and Gluten in Ready-to-Eat/Heat and Serve Meals - 2016-2017

​The main objective of this survey was to obtain baseline information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared allergens and gluten in ready-to-eat (RTE)/heat and serve meals. Of 498 samples tested, 14 were found to contain undeclared allergens including peanut, gluten and egg. 2 of the products sampled were found to present a health risk and were recalled. 

Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
CFIA Undeclared Allergens and Gluten in Meal Replacements and Nutritional Supplements - 2016-2017

The main objective of this survey was to obtain baseline information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared allergens and gluten in meal replacements and nutritional supplements. 300 were tested and 0.7% (2) of the samples were found to contain undeclared allergens including the milk protein beta-lactoglobulin (BLG), as well as egg. 1 positive result for undeclared BLG was found in a cereal product, while the other positive result was for undeclared egg allergen in a meal replacement product. 1 meal replacement product sampled was found to present a health risk and was recalled. ​​

Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
CFIA-Undeclared Allergens in Coffee Products - 2017-2018

The main objective of this survey was to obtain baseline information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared allergens in coffee products of various types and flavours.  Three hundred and sixty samples were tested and 1.7% (6) of the samples were found to contain undeclared allergens including the milk protein beta-lactoglobulin (BLG), as well as egg, gluten, and soy. Most positive results for undeclared allergens were associated with instant coffee products. None of the products sampled were found to present a health risk.

Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
Children's Food Project - 2016 Data

The main objectives of the 2016 CFP were to:

•collect data and assess the compliance of infant foods to Canadian standards for residues of veterinary drugs and pesticides

•collect baseline data on the levels of aflatoxin M1 in infant foods and formula containing milk

In the 2016 CFP, a total of 241 samples of infant and toddler foods were purchased in the Ottawa, Ontario and Gatineau, Quebec areas in August, 2016. These samples included infant formula, meat-based or dairy-based infant foods and infant snacks (0 to 2 years). Samples were analyzed for pesticide residues, veterinary drug residues and aflatoxin M1 (in dairy-based samples).


Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
CFIA-Undeclared Allergens in Refrigerated Dips and Spreads - 2016-2017

The main objective of this survey was to obtain baseline information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared allergens in refrigerated dips and spreads. 400 samples were tested, and 14 of the samples were found to contain undeclared allergens including the milk protein beta-lactoglobulin (BLG), almond, egg, gluten, peanut, sesame, and soy. Most positive results indicated the presence of peanut in vegetable products. 

Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
CFIA Undeclared Peanut and Gluten in Cumin and Paprika - 2015-2016

​The main objective of this survey was to obtain baseline information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared peanut and gluten in cumin and paprika products. 299 samples were tested in this survey, and approximately 19% (57) of the samples were found to contain undeclared gluten and/or peanut. Most positive results were found in the ground/powdered cumin products. Only 1 ground/powdered cumin product containing undeclared gluten was deemed to represent a health risk and was recalled.

Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments
CFIA Undeclared Tree Nuts in Products with a Tree Nut Free Claim - 2014-2015

The main objective of this survey was to obtain baseline information regarding the presence and levels of undeclared tree nuts in various types of products with a tree nut free claim. 999 were tested and 0.1% (1) of the samples was found to contain undeclared almond. This positive result was found in a snack product. This product was deemed to represent a health risk and was recalled.

Organization: Canadian Food Inspection Agency | Agence canadienne d'inspection des aliments