Licence to operate a hatchery: Step 1. Overview

From: Canadian Food Inspection Agency

Fees

We provide hatchery registration and inspection services on a fee per service basis.

Refer to section 2.(2) (b) and table items 35, 37 and 38 of Part 11 Health of Animals Fees for fees related to hatcheries.

Step 1. Overview

Poultry hatcheries are the first critical point of potential disease spread in a poultry production system.

We monitor all breeder flocks supplying eggs to hatcheries through the hatchery program.

You must apply for a licence to operate a hatchery before you can start operating your hatchery.

Consult the laws:

How long it will take to process your online application

Simple applications: 10 business days

Complex applications (need a specialist review): May exceed 10 business days