Ground beef recall in Canada: E. coli O157:H7 risk
In plain language
This recall involves certain ground beef products sold at Pistachios - Quality Meats & Groceries in London, ON. It's being recalled because of possible E. coli O157:H7 contamination. Stop using the product and follow the return/disposal steps in the official notice.
What to do
- If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, contact your healthcare providerCheck to see if you have recalled productsDo not consume, serve, use, sell, or distribute recalled productsRecalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchasedFood contaminated with E. coli O157:H7 may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, mild to severe abdominal cramps and watery to bloody diarrhea. In severe cases of illness, some people may have seizures or strokes, need blood transfusions and kidney dialysis or live with permanent kidney damage. In severe cases of illness, people may die.Learn more:Learn more about the health risksSign up for recall notifications by email and follow us on social mediaView our detailed explanation of the food safety investigation and recall processReport a food safety or labelling concern
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Affected products
Beef Ground
Date codes: Packed on 05/10/25, Packed on 06/10/25
Beef Hamburger
Date codes: Packed on 05/10/25, Packed on 06/10/25
Beef Sojuk
Date codes: Packed on 05/10/25, Packed on 06/10/25
Beef Fat
Date codes: Packed on 05/10/25, Packed on 06/10/25
Why this matters
E. coli O157:H7 contamination
Do I have this product?
This recall only applies to specific products. Follow the steps below to check.
- 1
Check the product name
Make sure your product name matches one of the affected products listed above.
- 2
Check the date code
Date codes are usually printed near the best-before date or on the packaging seam.
Affected date codes: Packed on 05/10/25, Packed on 06/10/25
If your product matches one or more of the details above, it may be affected by this recall.
If your product does not match these details, it is not affected by this recall.
When in doubt, always check the official notice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was this product recalled?
E. coli O157:H7 contamination
What should consumers do?
If you think you became sick from consuming a recalled product, contact your healthcare providerCheck to see if you have recalled productsDo not consume, serve, use, sell, or distribute recalled productsRecalled products should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchasedFood contaminated with E. coli O157:H7 may not look or smell spoiled but can still make you sick. Symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, mild to severe abdominal cramps and watery to bloody diarrhea. In severe cases of illness, some people may have seizures or strokes, need blood transfusions and kidney dialysis or live with permanent kidney damage. In severe cases of illness, people may die.Learn more:Learn more about the health risksSign up for recall notifications by email and follow us on social mediaView our detailed explanation of the food safety investigation and recall processReport a food safety or labelling concern
Where was the product sold?
This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.
Is there a health risk?
Yes, there may be a health risk. E. coli O157:H7 contamination
When was this product recalled?
This product was recalled on October 24, 2025.