The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and Groupe Colabor Inc. are recalling lean ground veal because it may be contaminated with E. coli O157:NM. This product has been sold to hotels, restaurants, institutions, daycare and healthcare facilities. No illnesses have been reported to date in connection with the consumption of this product.
The recalled product is Viandes Lauzon Lean Ground Veal in 2 x 2.5 kg packages. The code on the product is 30/04/14 and Item #35180. Facilities should check to see if they have the recalled product in their fridge or freezer. Recalled products should be thrown out in a closed container or returned to the supplier.
The recall was triggered by the company. The CFIA is conducting an investigation and may issue recalls of other products. The veal was distributed in Quebec.