Garlic powder recall hits Dollarama over bacteria risk
Heavenly Spices garlic powder sold at Dollarama across Canada has been recalled due to possible Bacillus cereus contamination. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency classed the garlic powder recall as Class 2. Shoppers should not use the 70-gram product and can seek a $2 e-gift card replacement.
Key Takeaways
- Heavenly Spices 70-gram garlic powder sold at Dollarama stores and online across Canada is under recall for possible Bacillus cereus contamination.
- The Canadian Food Inspection Agency listed the garlic powder recall as Class 2, a moderate risk of short-term or non-life-threatening illness.
- Affected jars carry identification number RA-82337; officials say do not use, sell, serve, or distribute the product.
- Symptoms linked to the bacteria can include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, and stomach pain, usually lasting about one to two days.
- Dollarama advises throwing the spice out and contacting customer service for a $2.00 e-gift card replacement.
What products are included in the garlic powder recall?
The recall covers Heavenly Spices brand garlic powder in 70-gram containers sold nationwide at Dollarama locations in Canada and through the retailer's online store, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency alert reported by CTV News.
People.com reported that affected products are marked with identification number RA-82337. The agency's message is clear: do not use, sell, serve, or distribute the recalled jars.
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Why does this garlic powder recall matter for shoppers?
Officials warned the seasoning may be contaminated with Bacillus cereus, a foodborne bacterium. As reported via the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, illness can bring nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and watery diarrhea, typically lasting 24 to 48 hours.
The CFIA classed the action as a Class 2 recall, meaning there is a moderate risk that eating the food may cause short-term or non-life-threatening health problems. Cleveland Clinic guidance cited by People.com also lists vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pains lasting around two days, with rare untreated complications possible.
CTV News, citing the B.C. Centre for Disease Control, said most people recover without treatment, though staying hydrated is advised if vomiting or diarrhea is extreme.
What should you do if you bought the recalled garlic powder?
Do not cook with or serve the affected Heavenly Spices garlic powder. Dollarama told CTV News customers should throw the product away.
Shoppers who purchased it can contact Dollarama Customer Service for a $2.00 e-gift card as a replacement, a company spokesperson said. People.com said it reached out to Dollarama separately and did not immediately receive a response.
If you already used the spice and develop vomiting or diarrhea, coverage notes symptoms often resolve within a day or two; stay hydrated if symptoms are extreme.
When was the garlic powder recall announced?
The CFIA published the Dollarama-issued recall around mid-July 2026, with People.com citing a July 15 announcement and CTV News covering the alert shortly after. The agency and retailer have urged the public not to keep using the jars still in pantries.
While headlines have framed the story as a nationwide garlic powder recall, the distribution footprint described in reporting is Canada-wide through Dollarama stores and online—not a separate U.S. retail pull.