The Maple Treat Achieves AA BRCGS Rating

We are proud to announce that our Saint-Honoré-de-Shenley and Granby sites have once again achieved an AA BRCGS Rating. This is the highest rating attainable; the audits are based on the number and types of non-conformances. Non conformances are classified as minor, major or critical. A minor non-conformance is a small variation from requirements. A major nonconformance creates considerable suspicion as to the conformity of the product. A critical nonconformance is an immediate food safety or legal issue.

Below is a summary of the grading criteria.
• An AA grade has no more than 5 minors
• An A is between 5 and 10 minors
• A B is given for an audit with 11 to 16 minors, or 1 major and up to 10 minors
• A C is given for an audit with 17 to 24 minors, or 1 major and up to 16 minors, or 2
majors and up to 10 minors
• A D is between 25 and 30 minors, or 1 major and up to 24 minors, or 2 majors and up to
16 minors
• An Uncertified grade is given if the audit has 1 or more critical, 31 or more minors, 1
major and 25 or more minors, 2 majors and 17 or more minors, or 3 or more majors

The British Retail Consortium Global Standards has set the standard for food safety for over 20 years. Implemented by over 20,000 suppliers in 130 countries the specification is recognized by 70% of the leading 10 global retailers. Established from industry contribution it provides a structure to manage product safety, integrity, legality and quality, and the operational controls for these criteria in the food manufacturing industry.

The Maple Treat Corporation is committed to providing quality products and continuous improvement. We hope this high-level achievement provides confidence and assurance to our customers. We would like to take a moment to recognize the efforts of our diligent staff that have contributed to this milestone.