A salmonella outbreak linked to Rea and Bona brand deli meats has expanded, with 84 people sickened and nine hospitalized across Canada since April. Most cases are in Alberta (67), with others in Ontario (15), Manitoba (1), and one travel-related case in B.C. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency recalled the implicated products on June 10.
Salami salmonella outbreak: 2 more hospitalized, dozen new illnesses reported
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️A salmonella outbreak linked to Rea and Bona brand deli meats has expanded, with 84 people sickened and nine hospitalized across Canada since April. Most cases are in Alberta (67), with others in Ontario (15), Manitoba (1), and one travel-related case in B.C. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency recalled the implicated products on June 10.
Trending- 1 April: First illnesses reported in the outbreak.
- 2 June 10: Canadian Food Inspection Agency recalled implicated products.
- 3 Late June: Public Health Agency of Canada issued its last report on the outbreak.
- 4 July 11, 2025: Public Health Agency of Canada reports the outbreak has expanded to 84 illnesses and 9 hospitalizations.
- 84 people sickened
- 9 hospitalizations
- Product recall
- Potential severe and deadly infections, especially for vulnerable populations
What: An expanded salmonella outbreak linked to specific deli meats, resulting in 84 illnesses and 9 hospitalizations.
When: Since April (first illnesses), June 10 (product recall), late June (previous report), and reported on July 11, 2025.
Where: Primarily Alberta (67 cases), also Ontario (15 cases), Manitoba (1 case), and British Columbia (1 travel-related case). Products were sold at grocery stores and in prepared sandwiches.
Why: Consumption of contaminated Rea brand Genoa Salami Sweet, Rea brand Genoa Salami Hot, and Bona brand Mild Genova Salami.
How: Salmonella, a food-borne bacterial illness, spread through the consumption of contaminated deli meats.