Harvey's Canada Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Harvey's Canada cooks with: 100% canola oil (fries, onion rings, and all fried items; official policy since Harvey's became the first Canadian QSR with a trans-fat-free frying oil). Across the 27 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
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Safest Orders at Harvey's Canada
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: Veggie Burger + Iced Tea, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Chili | 2.0g |
| Side Caesar Salad | 4.0g |
| Veggie Burger | 5.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 5.0g |
| Chicken Wrap | 6.0g |
What to Avoid at Harvey's Canada
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 11.0g |
| Poutine | 11.0g |
| Chicken Fingers (5 pc) | 11.0g |
| Crispy Fries (Regular) | 10.0g |
| Angus Bacon Cheeseburger | 9.0g |
Every Harvey's Canada item, ranked
All 27 items we have for Harvey's Canada, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Iced Tea | 0.0g |
| Fountain Drink | 0.0g |
| Coffee | 0.0g |
| Diet Coke | 0.0g |
| Vanilla Milkshake | 2.0g |
| Chili | 2.0g |
| Side Salad | 3.0g |
| Side Caesar Salad | 4.0g |
| Kids Grilled Cheese | 4.0g |
| Veggie Burger | 5.0g |
| Kids Cheeseburger | 5.0g |
| Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 5.0g |
| Chicken Wrap | 6.0g |
| Original Burger | 6.0g |
| Original Cheeseburger | 7.0g |
| Bacon Cheeseburger | 8.0g |
| Kids Chicken Fingers | 8.0g |
| Angus Burger | 8.0g |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 8.0g |
| Angus Bacon Cheeseburger | 9.0g |
| Double Cheeseburger | 9.0g |
| Onion Rings | 9.0g |
| Mozza Burger | 9.0g |
| Crispy Fries (Regular) | 10.0g |
| Crispy Chicken Sandwich | 11.0g |
| Poutine | 11.0g |
| Chicken Fingers (5 pc) | 11.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Harvey's Canada use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Harvey's Canada cooks with: 100% canola oil (fries, onion rings, and all fried items; official policy since Harvey's became the first Canadian QSR with a trans-fat-free frying oil). Across the 27 menu items we analyzed, it averages 5.9g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of B (Medium Risk).
What oil does Harvey's Canada cook with?
Our research indicates: 100% canola oil (fries, onion rings, and all fried items; official policy since Harvey's became the first Canadian QSR with a trans-fat-free frying oil). Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Harvey's Canada use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Harvey's Canada cooks with 100% canola oil (fries, onion rings, and all fried items; official policy since Harvey's became the first Canadian QSR with a trans-fat-free frying oil), not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Harvey's Canada seed oil free?
No. Our research indicates Harvey's Canada cooks with 100% canola oil (fries, onion rings, and all fried items; official policy since Harvey's became the first Canadian QSR with a trans-fat-free frying oil), which includes seed oils. See the lower-PUFA orders above for the cleanest picks.
What is the safest thing to order at Harvey's Canada?
Chili is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Harvey's Canada, at an estimated 2.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Harvey's Canada?
Crispy Chicken Sandwich is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Harvey's Canada, at an estimated 11.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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