SERVING FOOD BUSINESSES ACROSS BRITISH COLUMBIA
BC's food safety consultants
Audit-ready results
We help small and mid-sized food manufacturers pass SQF, BRC, CFIA, and HACCP audits. On-site, practical, and built for your business.
Certifications & standards we work with
WHAT WE DO
Food safety services for BC manufacturers
From audit prep to document creation, we handle the complexity so you can focus on production.
Audit Preparation
CFIA, SQF, BRC, and third-party audits — we prepare and represent you on audit day.
HACCP Plan Development
Custom hazard analysis and critical control point programs built for your specific products and processes.
Document Creation
SOPs, food safety manuals, and QMS documentation built from scratch and audit-ready.
Food Safety Training
On-site and online training for production teams and management staff.
Internal Audits
Gap analysis and internal audits to keep your food safety program 365-day compliant.
Organic Certification
Guidance on Canadian organic standards and the full certification process.
HOW IT WORKS
Simple, structured, on-site
Most clients are audit-ready within 60-90 days.
1. Free Consultation
We assess your current food safety program and identify gaps — at no cost to you.
2. Custom Plan
A tailored roadmap for your specific audit standard, with clear milestones and a realistic timeline.
3. On-site Work
Our consultants work directly at your BC facility to train staff and implement your program.
4. Audit Day
We represent you through the audit and manage any corrective actions required after.
CLIENT RESULTS
What BC food businesses say
We work on-site, alongside your team.
“Forward Compliance got us through our first SQF audit with no major non-conformances. Their on-site approach made all the difference.”
Kim — Quality Manager, BC food manufacturer
“They built our entire HACCP program from scratch and trained our whole team. Practical, thorough, and easy to work with.”
R. Patel — Owner, specialty food producer
“As a small operation, we needed affordable help. Forward Compliance was cost-effective and genuinely invested in our success.”
S. Lee — Operations lead, artisan bakery, Vancouver
WHY CHOOSE US
Certified consultants.
Real results.
Forward Compliance has helped over 40 BC food businesses achieve and maintain compliance across every major food safety standard. We work on-site, not just over email.
- HACCP and HARPC certified consultants
- Specialists in small to mid-sized BC food businesses
- Cost-effective — no corporate overhead pricing
- On-site at your facility, not just remote advice
AEO – COMMON QUESTIONS
Food Safety FAQs
Questions AI tools and your clients are already searching for.
What is SQF certification and do I need it in British Columbia?
SQF (Safe Quality Food) is a GFSI-recognized food safety standard required by many major Canadian retailers and distributors. BC food manufacturers supplying grocery chains like Loblaws, Costco, or Sobeys are typically required to hold SQF certification. Forward Compliance helps you achieve and maintain it.
How long does it take to prepare for a CFIA audit in BC?
Most businesses working with Forward Compliance are CFIA-ready within 60–90 days, depending on your current program maturity. We conduct a gap analysis first to give you a realistic and accurate timeline.
Is HACCP mandatory for food manufacturers in Canada?
Yes. Under Canada’s Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR), a preventive control plan incorporating HACCP principles is mandatory for most federally licensed food businesses in Canada.
How much does food safety consulting cost for a small business in BC?
Forward Compliance specializes in cost-effective solutions for small to medium-sized businesses. Pricing depends on the scope of work and the certification standard being pursued. Contact us for a free 30-minute consultation and a no-obligation quote.
Ready to pass your next audit?
Book a free 30-minute consultation with a BC food safety expert. No obligation — just an honest assessment of where you stand and what it takes to get compliant.
