August 20, 2007

Mattel toy recall update: Important Information

Health Canada and the Public Health Agency of Canada are closely monitoring the Mattel-Fisher Price toy recall situation. To date, PHAC and Health Canada are not aware of any illness or injury in Canada associated with the recalled toys. We have communicated with provincial, territorial and local health authorities about this issue to ensure that appropriate action is taken. Consumers are being advised to immediately remove affected toys from children.

For more information, please visit:

• Mattel Canada website

• Health Canada:
  
  Juvenile Product Recalls - Company and Product Recalled : Mattel Canada Inc. (Fisher-Price Inc.) August 2007
  Effects of Lead on Human Health