Supervisory Veterinarian – Meat Hygiene

Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) veterinarians play a key role in Canadian food safety, forming the first line of defence against the spread of many diseases. They help to maintain healthy practices in the food and livestock industries, including sound meat hygiene and terrestrial/aquatic animal health and within research and diagnostic laboratories. Their work includes educating the public and industry officials about the potential hazards of importing products of animal origin, or through inspection of animals and meat products. CFIA Veterinarians work in a broad range of environments, performing a wide variety of critical tasks. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, working in slaughter establishments to execute, manage and enforce the Meat Hygiene Program. They are also responsible for ensuring the implementation...