The Canadian Pork Council represents over 7000 commercial pork producers in Canada who are members of provincial associations, but it is recognized there are many more people who own and take care of pigs.
Canadian pork producers represented by CPC rely on the On-Farm Programs and the Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Pigs for guidance. These programs may not fully apply to every pig owner’s reality; therefore, some provinces and municipalities have additional or different guidelines or laws to follow. You can access the Code of Practice by downloading the document from the sidebar.
Additional Resources
The following resources might help new and even experienced pig owners gain knowledge about pig ownership, taking care of pigs, and best practices to ensure their health and welfare.
The Canadian Small-Scale Pig Farming Manual is designed for people who are interested in raising pigs on a small-scale basis. The manual’s objective is to provide information in key areas to help raise pigs successfully and responsibly. The manual builds on the experience of small-scale pig farmers who have spent a great deal of time and resources fine-tuning their farms to raise pigs adequately.
