Notice to industry: 8 week service standard for all variety registration applications

February 27, 2025

As of April 1, 2025, our service standard to process variety registration applications will be 8 weeks, instead of the 12 week modified service standard during the transition to our digital platform.

We hope to have even faster processing times as more enhancements are made to our digital variety registration system. Your patience during the onboarding process is greatly appreciated.

For more information, email the Canadian Food Inspection Agency's Variety Registration Office VRO-BEV@inspection.gc.ca