Livestock traceability
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) manages Canada's national livestock traceability program under the Health of Animals Act and Regulations. Traceability means being able to track animals throughout their lifetime. This helps Canada act fast and protect people, animals and the economy during disease outbreaks, food safety issues, and natural disasters.
Services and information
Regulatory overview of livestock traceability in Canada
Legal requirements for the traceability of livestock in Canada
Regulatory guidance
Guidance and tools to help you understand what is required in the traceability of livestock
Approved and revoked animal indicators
List of approved, pre-approved and revoked animal indicators
Program administrators
List of responsible administrators and organizations that manage an animal traceability system
Provincial and territorial traceability programs
Links to provincial and territorial traceability and premises identification programs, how to register your premises
Features
Update on proposed amendments to Livestock Traceability Regulations
Read the latest CFIA Statement from June 2, 2026.
Your questions answered on proposed livestock traceability requirements
Find answers about the proposed updates.