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Coordinating a national approach to farm animal welfare in Canada.

The National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC) brings together diverse stakeholders to:

  • develop Codes of Practice for the care and handling of farm animals, 
  • create a process for the development of animal care assessment programs,
  • provide a forum for open dialogue on farm animal welfare.

 

NFACC in the news

  

News

  • The public comment period for the Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Beef Cattle ends June 12th, 2026
  • Nominations are now open for the 2026 Animal Health Canada Awards!
  • NFACC Information Update: April 2026

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Upcoming Events

  • Jun 16 · OnlineVeterinary Association for Farm Animal Welfare Webinar - Sows Need Space: Understanding Sow Welfare and Federal Efforts to Undo State Animal Welfare Laws
  • Sep 22–23 · Ottawa, ONAnimal Health Canada's Forum 2026

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