FAQs

Because spices shouldn’t come with a side of pesticides. Most conventional spices are often grown with chemical sprays, treated with fumigants like ethylene oxide, zapped with radiation, or blended with anti-caking agents and fillers. Organic spices are the opposite. No pesticides. No fake flow agents. No strange sterilization methods. Just clean, certified-organic plants from soil to seal.

“Can” is a nod to our trade name, Canadian Spice Organics—a proudly local company rooted in Canadian soil. But it’s also a belief: that spices can do more than just flavour your food. We believe spices can support wellness, reconnect us to nature, and change how people think about food. At CanSpice, we’re bringing that idea back—spices as everyday superfoods, not just seasoning.

In Canada, “certified organic” means the spices were grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, contain no GMOs, aren’t irradiated, and are processed without artificial additives. Every batch is inspected and verified by an accredited certification body. At CanSpice, we source only from farms that meet Canada Organic Regime standards, packing everything in our own certified organic, allergen-safe facility.

Our Local Organic Line (Basil, Oregano, Thyme, and Alberta Blend) is grown in Northern Alberta. For spices that don’t grow in Canadian soil, we work with certified organic farms around the world, choosing regions where each spice naturally thrives—like paprika from Spain or Ceylon cinnamon from Sri Lanka. All spices are packed in our own certified facility in Calgary for real traceability.

Absolutely not. We never use irradiation or ethylene oxide (EtO). These industrial sterilization methods are prohibited under organic certification as they can dull flavour, colour, and nutrients. If microbial reduction is needed, our partners use gentle, approved methods like low-temperature steam or controlled heat—never chemicals or radiation.

Yes—always. Every CanSpice product is certified organic, which means it is automatically Non-GMO under both the Canada Organic Regime and USDA Organic standards. Our spices are also fully vegan, with no animal products, byproducts, or processing aids used at any stage.

Yes—100%. All CanSpice products are peanut-free, tree nut-free, gluten-free, soy-free, and dairy-free. We process and package every spice in our own facility in Calgary, which is fully gluten-free and nut-free. We don’t handle any common allergens and we don’t use co-packers, eliminating the risk of cross-contamination.

No—and they legally can’t. Because our spices are certified organic, they must follow strict standards that prohibit MSG, synthetic pesticides, anti-caking agents, and preservatives. Organic certification is a regulated standard, and our products are pure by definition.

Because we don’t use anti-caking agents. Clumping happens naturally in high-quality organic spices that contain essential oils or natural moisture, like turmeric or garlic. Conventional brands add synthetic ingredients like silicon dioxide to prevent this. If you notice clumping, just give it a shake—it’s a sign of pure, additive-free spice.

Yes—we're 100% independently owned and Canadian-operated. CanSpice was founded by Mia (a certified nutritionist) and Sagar (a former farmer) with a mission to bring clean, organic, and locally rooted spices back to everyday cooking.

Yes—every single jar and pouch is hand-packed by our small team in Calgary. We don’t outsource to third-party co-packers, allowing us to control cleanliness and quality at every step. Each batch is packed in small runs to ensure freshness and consistency.

Our Alberta Blend, Basil, Oregano, and Thyme are 100% grown, harvested, and packed in Canada. Other spices like turmeric or cinnamon are imported from organic farms abroad but packed and inspected in Calgary, qualifying them as “Made in Canada.” We label everything transparently so you know exactly where your food comes from.