Submissions

Canada’s farmers and ranchers are concerned not with the European Commission’s proposed regulation itself, but with the lack of recognition of the unique accommodations and flexibility required for the humane transport of animals. These animal welfare practices are already well established here in Canada. For example, through the National Farm Animal Care Council, producers, along with animal welfare groups, enforcement agencies and government have collectively developed Codes of Practice for the care and handling of farm animals across Canada, including animal transportation.