The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed that four individuals have been hospitalized in connection with a nationwide recall of a popular frozen snack. The recall involves specific lots of Pepperoni and Bacon Pillsbury Pizza Pops due to possible contamination with E. coli bacteria.
Details of the Recall and Public Health Warning
The CFIA announced the recall on December 22, 2025. The agency is urging consumers across Canada to check their freezers for the affected product. The recall is classified as a Class 1 recall, which is the most serious type, indicating a high health risk. The agency has not released the specific locations of the hospitalizations but confirms they are related to the consumption of the recalled Pizza Pops.
While the exact strain of E. coli and the total number of reported illnesses are still under investigation, the hospitalization of four people underscores the severity of the potential contamination. E. coli infection can cause severe stomach cramps, diarrhea (often bloody), vomiting, and fever. In severe cases, it can lead to life-threatening complications.
What Consumers Need to Do
The CFIA advises the public to immediately check for the recalled product. Consumers should look for Pepperoni and Bacon Pillsbury Pizza Pops with specific lot codes that have been identified by the agency. If you have the product in your home, you are instructed to either throw it out or return it to the store where it was purchased.
Do not consume the recalled Pizza Pops. The agency also recommends thoroughly cleaning any surfaces or containers that may have come into contact with the product to prevent cross-contamination. If you believe you have become ill from consuming this product, you should contact your healthcare provider.
Ongoing Investigation and Broader Context
The CFIA is working with the manufacturer, the public health authority, and retailers to ensure the contaminated product is removed from the marketplace. The investigation is ongoing to determine the source of the contamination. This recall highlights the critical importance of food safety monitoring and rapid response systems in Canada's food supply chain.
This incident occurs amidst other recent food safety alerts in Canada, including recalls for prepackaged foods over possible listeria contamination. It serves as a reminder for Canadians to stay informed about food recall warnings issued by the CFIA to protect their health and the health of their families.
