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Livestock Welfare Legislation

Federal Legislation

Report on Farm Animal Welfare Law in Canada

The Summary Report on Farm Animal Welfare Law in Canada (Winter 2011) was developed for the Farm Animal Council Network. It illustrates how farm animal welfare enforcement is conducted throughout Canada. Legislative changes are on-going and are considered accurate at the time of writing. Content includes:

  • Federal Legislation
  • Use of Criminal Code
  • Provincial Animal Welfare Acts
  • How Animal Protection is Enforced
  • Funding of Enforcement
  • Enforcement Stats
  • Provincial Animal Protection Legislation

Provincial Role

Provinces have the primary responsibility for the protection of animals, including their on-farm conditions. Provincial legislation is described in the Canadian Food Inspection Agency document entitled Canada's Farm Animal Welfare Infrastructure, which provides a comprehensive summary of Canada's legislative and voluntary animal welfare standards.

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