{"id":12228,"date":"2022-11-15T15:46:10","date_gmt":"2022-11-15T21:46:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/live-gordon-food-service.pantheonsite.io\/?page_id=12228"},"modified":"2026-04-06T14:09:06","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T18:09:06","slug":"clear-choice-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/gfs.ca\/en-ca\/about-us\/our-responsibility\/clear-choice-program\/","title":{"rendered":"Clear Choice Program"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Consumers want to know what is and is not in the food they purchase, where it comes from and how it was grown, processed or made. They are also looking to avoid additives, promote animal welfare and lessen their environmental impact by making better food choices and by using recycled, recyclable or biodegradable and compostable products.<\/p>

Essentially, they want to feel good about their entire eating experience\u2014from the food to the place settings and everything in between.<\/p>

Our Clear Choice Program provides visibility to a portfolio of products in seven categories to help you meet this demand.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Consumers are increasingly mindful of how food is produced, with a desire for simpler, more recognizable ingredients and fewer additives. Products in this category include one, several or all of the following characteristics.<\/p>

  • No Artificial Flavours<\/li>
  • No Artificial Preservatives<\/li>
  • No Artificial Sweeteners<\/li>
  • No Colour From Artificial Sources<\/li>
  • No High Fructose Corn Syrup<\/li>
  • No MSG<\/li>
  • Non-GMO<\/li>
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    When it comes to meat, poultry, dairy and eggs, animal well-care is top of mind for many of today\u2019s consumers. These certification programs and farming practices have been developed with a focus on animal safety and well-being.<\/p>

    • American Humane Certified<\/li>
    • Cage Free<\/li>
    • Certified Humane<\/li>
    • Free Range<\/li>
    • Global Animal Partnership<\/li>
    • Ractopamine Free<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Consumers care about protecting and restoring our marine environments and so do we. By purchasing fish and seafood harvested or farmed using sustainable management practices, consumers can be assured the marine environment is being protected for generations to come. Look for these certifications as indicators of best practices.<\/p>

      • Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC)<\/li>
      • Best Aquaculture Practices (BAP)<\/li>
      • Marine Stewardship Council (MSC)<\/li>
      • Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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        Consumers want to feel good about what they eat and to know they\u2019re making a positive impact on both people and planet. These sourcing practices and third-party certifications help ensure farmers around the world are provided a living wage and sustainable livelihoods.<\/p>\n

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        • Fair Trade<\/li>\n
        • International Farmer Direct Sourced<\/li>\n
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          Reducing the environmental impact of chemicals and the contribution to landfills is beneficial to our planet and to consumers. Products with these attributes and third-party certifications are created with these principles in mind.<\/p>

          • Compostable<\/li>
          • EcoLogo<\/li>
          • Green Seal<\/li>
          • Made from Recycled Materials<\/li>
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            Products that are prepared and produced in compliance with requirements for specific dietary standards or preferences.<\/p>

            • Gluten Free<\/li>
            • Halal<\/li>
            • Kosher<\/li>
            • Plant-Based Protein<\/li>
            • Vegan<\/li>
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