Food Handler Training

Food Handler Certification is offered by organizations recognized by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care. There is usually a cost for these courses.

The government of Ontario now requires there to be a certified food handler on site at all inspected food premises while open to the public. Renfrew County and District Health Unit public health inspectors provide free one-day training in safe food handling practices. Anyone can attend. The training includes laws, causes of food poisoning, and how to store, prepare and serve food that is safe to eat.

Participants must pass an exam to qualify for Provincial Food Handler Certification. This certificate remains in effect for five years from the date of the exam.

Upcoming Food Handler Training Courses

Wednesday May 14, 2025
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 406 – Barry’s Bay
250 John Street, Barry’s Bay ON, K0J 1B0
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Saturday May 24, 2025
The Silver Threads Seniors Club of Petawawa
1163 Victoria Street, Petawawa ON, K8H 2E6
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Monday September 8, 2025
Chalk River & Area Lion’s Club
11 Kellett Street, Chalk River, ON, K0J 1J0
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday October 8, 2025
Kenwood Corporate Centre (through ONTRAC)
16 Edward Street S, Suite 120, Arnprior ON, K7S 3W4
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

More 2025 food handler training course dates to come.

To register for a RCDHU Food Handler Training course, you can call 613-732-3629 ext. 505 or you can register online. See below for more available course date.

If you have an expired certificate from a provincially recognized food handler training course, you can take the exam without having to take the course again. Please call 613-732-3629 extension 505 for more details.