Can I Bring Solid Foods on a Plane to Canada?
Solid Foods
Allowed
Allowed in both
According to CATSA guidelines, solid foods: Not subject to volume restrictions. If your destination is outside of Canada, any food not consumed, including food in checked baggage, will be subject to the regulations of the country you are visiting.
The final decision rests with the CATSA officer on whether an item is allowed through the checkpoint. Official CATSA Rules →
Quick Rule
Carry-on baggage
Allowed
Checked baggage
Allowed
CATSA Officer
Makes the final decision
Source: Official CATSA Regulations ↗Updated: May 20, 2026
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Carry-on
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Carry-on
AllowedChecked
Allowed
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Carry-on
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Allowed
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Carry-on
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Allowed
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Carry-on
Up to 100mlChecked
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Carry-on
AllowedChecked
Allowed