Office of the Chief Veterinarian

The Office of the Chief Veterinarian safeguards the health of animals and humans by addressing animal health and welfare issues that could have an impact on humans through the contamination of food and ensures the safety and security of the food supply. Food safety programs developed by the CVO/Food Safety Knowledge Centre promote both on-farm and post-farm food safety standards and practices. The Chief Veterinarian, in collaboration with other government departments, is responsible for the planning, prevention, and detection of animal and food safety emergencies.

Administration of Acts

• The Livestock and Livestock Products Act 
            Safe Livestock and Livestock Products Regulation
            On-Farm Food Safety Regulations
• The Animal Care Act
           Animal Care Regulation
• The Dairy Act
           Dairy Regulations
• The Livestock Industry Diversification Act 
           Elk Game Production Regulation       
• The Animal Diseases Act
           Reportable Diseases Regulation

Current Issues and Topics

• Importation Requirements for Game Farmed Elk
• Food Safety Initiative
• Avian Influenza
• Discussion Paper-Protecting Animals, Food, and People (pdf)
• Biosecurity

 

For further information please refer to the Office of the Chief Veterinarian Contact List at: manitoba.ca/agriculture/foodsafety/chiefvo