Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) researchers and scientists have a wide variety of roles. You can find them at work in fields and forests, on farms, at ports of entry, in processing plants, in CFIA laboratories and in offices across Canada. Their work is important for assessing risk, contributing to the development of policies and programs, giving scientific advice, inspecting fields, facilities and shipments, and more.
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Women in science at the CFIA
At the CFIA, women represent over half of employees in science-related positions.
Learn more about the innovative and important work being done by the CFIA's women in science and how it benefits the daily lives of Canadians.
Is your tree in danger? How to do a two-minute tree check
A yearly tree check goes a long way in keeping your trees, and Canada’s forests, healthy.
Is playing a game of "Spot the Difference" the key to outsmarting weeds?
In agricultural and trade contexts, weeds that are left unchecked can grow to densities that pose biosecurity and economical challenges.
One-on-one with Julie Holmes: Protecting plant health from the ground up
Hi, I'm Julie Holmes, the Ontario Area Plant Health Survey Biologist with the CFIA.
Leadership and innovation in seed identification
Could you identify a plant seed out of hundreds of thousands of species, or tell the difference between the seed of a crop and an invasive species?
A student's perspective: entomology at the CFIA
My name is Kiersten DeViller, and I'm in my third year studying Biology at Carleton University. My summer was filled with new experiences and so many beetles, so here's a little snapshot of what it looked like.
Creating more inclusive workspaces at the CFIA's Burnaby Laboratory
Learn how welcoming a student at our Burnaby Laboratory sparked a journey towards inclusivity that created more accommodating workspaces for current and future scientists.
Women in Science: meet Diane Allan, Vice-President of Science at the CFIA
The CFIA has many exciting job opportunities where you could help to protect Canada's food, plants and animals. Watch Diane Allan's inspiring message for women and girls considering a career in STEM.
I am proud to be a CFIA veterinarian – here's why
As Canada's Chief Veterinary Officer, I'm honoured to be part of a diverse community of CFIA veterinarians dedicated to protecting animals, people and the environment. If you're a practising or aspiring veterinarian, consider joining our team!
Visit the Women in Science site for an additional collection of profiles, videos, podcasts, blogs, and more featuring women in science across the Government of Canada.
Advancing future CFIA scientists
The CFIA is a top employer of students trained in a variety of science disciplines, including biology, chemistry, epidemiology, and veterinary science, among others.
To help fulfill priorities now and into the future, the CFIA is committed to recruiting students from a variety of scientific fields.
Learn more about opportunities for students at the CFIA:
Veterinarians at the CFIA
CFIA veterinarians play an important role in Canadian food safety and animal health. They are part of the first line of defence against the spread of many diseases. We need you to be a part of this important and exciting work. Learn more about veterinarians at the CFIA.
Junior CFIA scientists
Keeping Canada's food safe and plants and animals healthy is a big job, so we're always looking for more helpers, no matter their age. Check out the Calling all budding #JuniorCFIA scientists webpage for activities to do with young scientists. You can also meet our team of superheroes to learn more.