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Canadian labels: read the "Contains / May contain" line first

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Published 2 October 2026

Start with the "Contains" or "May contain" statement. If it lists wheat, rye, barley, regular oats or triticale, Celiac Canada recommends avoiding the product. In Canada, gluten sources must be clearly named on packaged foods, so they can't hide under "seasoning". Check the label every time.

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Title: Gluten-Free Food Labelling and Label Reading (opens in a new tab)
Published in: Celiac Canada
Year: 2026

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Canadian labels: read the "Contains / May contain" line first

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