India, July 21 -- Consumers across Canada are being urged to check their spice racks after a nationwide recall of Heavenly Spices Garlic Powder over concerns that the product may be contaminated with Bacillus cereus, a bacterium that can cause food poisoning.

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced the recall on July 15, advising consumers not to use the affected product.

The recall covers 70-gram containers of Heavenly Spices Garlic Powder bearing the identification number RA-82337, which were sold at Dollarama stores across Canada and through the retailer's online channels.

According to the CFIA, the garlic powder was recalled due to the possible presence of Bacillus cereus, a bacterium that can contaminate food and caus...