What’s Being Recalled
OTTAWA – LIVING – A national recall has been issued for certain Pillsbury Pizza Pops Pepperoni + Bacon products due to possible E. coli O26 contamination. Consumers are advised not to consume, use, sell, serve, or distribute the affected items.
Affected Products
Check your freezer for these specific products, sizes, UPCs, and “Better If Used By” codes:
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Pillsbury — Pizza Pops Pepperoni + Bacon (30 pizza snacks / 2.85 kg)
UPC: 0 69052 12961 9
Codes: Better If Used By 09JN2026WN; 10JN2026WN -
Pillsbury — Pizza Pops Supremo Extreme Pepperoni + Bacon (30 pizza snacks / 3 kg)
UPC: 0 69052 46901 2
Codes: Better If Used By 10JN2026WN; 11JN2026WN; 12JN2026WN -
Pillsbury — Pizza Pops Pepperoni + Bacon (8 pizza snacks / 760 g)
UPC: 0 69052 12967 1
Codes: Better If Used By 09JN2026WN; 10JN2026WN -
Pillsbury — Pizza Pops FRANK’s RedHot Pepperoni + Bacon (4 pizza snacks / 380 g)
UPC: 0 69052 12947 3
Code: Better If Used By 14JN2026WN
What You Should Do
If you have a recalled product:
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Do not eat it (even if it looks or smells normal)
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Throw it out or return it to the store where purchased
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If you think you became ill after consuming it, contact a healthcare provider
Symptoms to Watch For
Food contaminated with E. coli O26 may not appear spoiled but can still cause illness. Symptoms may include:
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nausea or vomiting
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abdominal cramps
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diarrhea (which can sometimes be bloody)
In rare severe cases, serious complications can occur, especially for young children, seniors, and people with weakened immune systems.
Why This Matters in Northwestern Ontario
Frozen snacks are a common quick meal for families—especially during busy winter weeks and the holiday season. If you’re in Thunder Bay or elsewhere in the region, it’s worth doing a quick freezer check now, particularly if you’ve stocked up for school breaks or gatherings.
