Air Canada is investigating after what appeared to be a sewing needle was found in a sandwich served on board a flight from Victoria to Toronto on Monday, CBC News has learned.
Air Canada spokesman Peter Fitzpatrick said the airline contacted the catering company which had prepared the meal immediately after the discovery. He said a passenger had reported finding the object.
Fitzpatrick said safety is a top priority and Air Canada is working with the food company to ensure that heightened security measures are put in place.
Fitzpatrick said Air Canada was co-operating with police and that there have been no further reports of similar incidents on its flights.
U.S. authorities, meanwhile, launched an investigation after a number of needles were found on board four Delta Air Lines flights from Amsterdam, The Associated Press reported earlier this month.
with files from Hannah Thibedeau
