Attention Consumers in Ontario and Quebec!

We want to ensure that you stay informed and safe, especially when it comes to food products. Recently, a recall was issued for specific Ulker brand snacks due to undeclared allergens, which can pose serious health risks for those with allergies or intolerances. Here’s what you need to know.

The Affected Products

The following Ulker products have been recalled:

• Kekstra Mini (Strawberry)
• Biskrem Cocoa
• Rulokat

The Issue

The recall is a response to the discovery that these products contain undeclared egg, milk, and wheat. For individuals with allergies or sensitivities to these ingredients, consuming these products can potentially lead to serious or even life-threatening reactions.

Distribution

These products are specifically distributed in the provinces of Ontario and Quebec. If you reside in these areas, it is crucial to check your pantry and ensure that you do not have any of the affected items.

What You Should Do

1. Check Your Inventory: Look for the Kekstra Mini (strawberry), Biskrem cocoa, and Rulokat products in your home. If you have them, examine the packaging for any allergen warnings.
2. Do Not Consume: If you have allergies or sensitivities to egg, milk, or wheat, please do not eat these recalled products. The presence of these allergens could trigger a serious reaction.
3. Celiac Disease Awareness: For those who have celiac disease or other gluten-related disorders, it is essential to avoid these products entirely, as hidden gluten could be harmful.
4. Proper Disposal or Returns: If you find any of these products, do not serve, use, or distribute them. We recommend throwing them out or returning them to the place of purchase for a full refund.

Stay Safe!

The safety and well-being of consumers are of utmost importance. By taking a moment to assess your pantry and ensuring that you’re not inadvertently consuming these recalled products, you can help protect yourself and your loved ones.

For additional updates and information on recalls, staying informed is key. Regulatory bodies and health organizations often release updates and safety information, so keeping an eye on these resources will help you stay safe.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please feel free to reach out! Your health and safety are our priority, and we’re here to help you navigate any concerns you may have.

Stay informed and stay safe! 🥳

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Learn more:

• Learn more about common food allergies
• Sign up for recall notifications by email and follow us on social media
• View our detailed explanation of the food safety investigation and recall process
• Report a food safety or labelling concern

Important links:

https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/certain-ulker-brand-products-recalled-due-undeclared-egg-milk-and-wheat

https://prnmedia.prnewswire.com/news-releases/certain-ulker-brand-products-recalled-due-to-undeclared-egg-milk-and-wheat-879269964.html

SOURCE Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA)

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ATLANTA, Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — GlassesUSA.com, a leader in the online eyewear industry, has just unveiled Drop 2 of its collaboration with NFL icon Von Miller. This collection showcases the results of a design process that leverages AI technology to reimagine every detail of the eyewear collection.

A fierce competitor on the field and a style innovator off it, Von Miller is the perfect partner for GlassesUSA.com’s mission to lead the eyewear industry through innovation. Together, Miller and the GlassesUSA.com team used AI to create an eyeglasses and sunglasses collection that embodies individuality, confidence, and cutting-edge design.

The Von Miller Eyewear Collection features premium acetate frames, complete with bold colors, innovative materials, and the signature VM logo embedded in the designs. Each pair is available as both prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses, giving customers more ways to express their individuality.

“Eyeglasses is about expressing who you are. I wanted to create something that empowers people to own their individuality,” said Von Miller. “Working with GlassesUSA.com and their AI technology allowed us to design a collection that makes finding your perfect pair of frames easy and exciting.”

This collaboration isn’t GlassesUSA.com’s first venture into AI. The brand has already made waves with its Pairfect Match AI, a cutting-edge tool that helps customers find their perfect frames. Now, the same innovative spirit extends into product design, showcasing GlassesUSA.com’s commitment to blending technology and creativity to revolutionize eyewear.

“At GlassesUSA.com, we leverage AI to develop innovative products and features that enhance the eyewear experience. Von was an amazing partner with an outstanding perspective on eyewear—we couldn’t have asked for a better collaborator on this project.” said Arie Tom, GlassesUSA.com’s CMO.

“We asked Von to imagine the kind of glasses he envisions—frames that push boundaries and speak to his unique sense of style,” said Lihi Kopel, Head of Design at GlassesUSA.com. “With AI, we reimagined how the frames, temples, and even the smallest details could look and feel, and brought it to life, creating something truly exceptional.”

The Von Miller Eyewear Collection is available now, exclusively at GlassesUSA.com. The drop consists of 6 styles and 17 SKUs, There are 4 optics and 2 sunglasses styles included. The color pallet is based on digital colors like digital purple, light green, gray, and metallics.

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Customers can use the Virtual Try-On Tool to see how the frames look before purchasing, ensuring a perfect fit. Starting at $78,  this collection redefines what’s possible in eyewear design.

Learn more at: Von Miller’s official glasses collection, exclusively at GlassesUSA.com.

About GlassesUSA.com:

Founded in 2007, GlassesUSA.com, a subsidiary of the Optimax Eyewear group, has quickly become one of the leading direct-to-consumer online eyewear retailers in the United States. We offer the largest selection of styles and brands, with over 10,000 styles of glasses, sunglasses, and contact lenses, making it easy for everyone to find their perfect pair. Our mission is to enhance our customers’ lives by delivering eyewear tailored to their unique needs, style preferences, and budgets.
By controlling the entire supply chain, from product design and manufacturing to optical lens production and the digital shopping experience, GlassesUSA.com provides exceptional savings, offering high-quality eyewear at up to 70% off traditional retail prices. Our broad selection includes popular brands like Ray-Ban, Oakley, Prada, and Gucci, as well as our own brands such as Muse, Ottoto, Revel, and Amelia E., starting from just $29, including shipping. GlassesUSA.com also offers a variety of optical lens options, coatings, and upgrades to meet every customer’s needs.
GlassesUSA.com develops and deploys innovative technology and AI-driven solutions to transform the eyewear industry and offer customers a seamless shopping experience.

GlassesUSA.com’s Tech Suite Includes:

• Pairfect Match AI™: Re-inventing the eyewear shopping experience with the power of AI. Pairfect Match AI™ provides customers with personalized frame recommendations based on their unique facial features, taking into account face shape and style preference.
• Live Try-On: An AR Virtual Mirror that bridges the physical and virtual worlds and enables users to try on thousands of glasses from home with their mobile phones.

Our products are meticulously crafted in our state-of-the-art optical lab in Atlanta, GA, with next-day shipping available across the US. GlassesUSA.com is part of the Optimax Eyewear group.

For more information, please visit https://www.GlassesUSA.com

SOURCE GlassesUSA.com

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WASHINGTON /PRNewswire/ — The Water Environment Federation (WEF) has expressed strong support for the reintroduction of the Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act. This bipartisan legislation, led by Reps. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA) and Celeste Maloy (R-UT), aims to protect water utilities from undue financial burdens associated with per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) cleanup under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA). The bill ensures that PFAS producers, rather than the public, bear the cost of remediation.

“Water utilities and their customers should not be forced to pay remediation costs for issues they did not create,” said Ralph Exton, WEF’s Executive Director. “We applaud Representatives Gluesenkamp Perez and Maloy for their leadership in championing this critical legislation.”

The reintroduction of this legislation follows the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) designation of PFOA and PFOS – two PFAS chemicals – as hazardous substances under CERCLA. This designation compels water utilities nationwide to remove these chemicals from drinking water, a process that involves significant financial costs.

By classifying PFOA and PFOS as hazardous substances, the EPA’s designation leaves water and wastewater utilities vulnerable to potential lawsuits from PFAS manufacturers. These entities may attempt to shift financial responsibility onto utilities through litigation, increasing operational costs that ultimately affect ratepayers.

“The Water Systems PFAS Liability Protection Act is a crucial step in ensuring that water and wastewater utilities — and, ultimately, the communities and ratepayers they serve — are not unfairly burdened with the costs of PFAS contamination cleanup,” said Exton. “These utilities are involuntary receivers of PFAS and did not create or profit from PFAS. However, without congressional action, they could be forced to bear immense financial and operational challenges.”

This legislation is necessary to protect utilities after their systems have been involuntarily affected by PFAS, but source control at the industrial and residential levels is a more efficient and cost-effective solution. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency found that PFAS can be bought for $50 – $1,000 per pound. However, it costs between $2.7M and $18M per pound to remove or destroy from municipal systems depending on facility size.

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Originally introduced in the previous Congress by Rep. John Curtis (R-UT), the bill received broad bipartisan support and remains an essential step toward ensuring fair and just accountability for PFAS contamination.

About WEF 
The Water Environment Federation (WEF) is a not-for-profit technical and educational organization of more than 30,000 individual members and 75 affiliated Member Associations representing water quality professionals around the world. Established in 1928, WEF’s mission is to inspire the water community in pursuit of human and environmental well-being. WEF’s goals are to attract and develop a passionate workforce, cultivate a purpose-driven community to sustainably solve water challenges for all, and lead the transformation to the circular water economy.

SOURCE Water Environment Federation