Manisha Swargam

Regulatory Affairs Specialist @Dovetale Collections

Ottawa, ON, CA

As Food Regulatory Specialist, I ensure that all food products imported and sold by Dovetale Collections meet Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) requirements, enabling safe, compliant entry into the Canadian market.Key responsibilities include: Managing overall QA and safety auditing for our diverse product portfolio Verifying imported product labels and collaborating with suppliers to design compliant back labels Creating ingredient and nutritional panels aligned with CFIA regulations Supporting packaging development alongside graphic designers to meet Canadian standards Maintaining, auditing, and renewing regulatory documents and certifications from suppliers Inspecting incoming products for regulatory compliance and quality control Overseeing company licenses and certifications with regulatory bodies Acting as the primary liaison with the CFIA and other regulatory agencies Supporting new product and supplier onboarding, ensuring regulatory readiness Assisting in developing internal SOPs and maintaining robust documentation processesKey achievements: Streamlined the labeling and compliance process, accelerating product launches Built and maintained an organized, audit-ready regulatory document system Supported the successful introduction of multiple new products to the Canadian market with full regulatory approval Helped achieve 100% compliance during CFIA inspectionsI am passionate about driving regulatory excellence, enabling innovation, and ensuring that every product meets the highest safety and quality standards for Canadian consumers.