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Albertans can apply for, update or renew a licence to operate an abattoir under the Meat Inspection Act and Meat Inspection Regulation.
An abattoir licence enables an individual to operate an abattoir, which is a premise where animals are slaughtered and meat is prepared, packaged or stored. This includes multi-location or mobile abattoirs.
Under the abattoir licence, the Government of Alberta provides inspection services that allow for the slaughtered animals and their processed meat products to be sold for human consumption.
All licensed abattoirs must meet the requirements of the Meat Inspection Act and the Meat Inspection Regulation to ensure animals are fit for slaughter. The requirements for animal welfare and food safety must also be met.
Licence holders are responsible for the following:
Applicants that request an abattoir licence for the same plot of land as an on-farm slaughter operation are required to show that the On-Farm Slaughter Operation Licence premise and activities are separated from the abattoir premise and abattoir activities.
You can apply for an Abattoir Licence if you:
5-year licence fee: $100
Licences are valid 5 years from the date of issue.
This searchable directory helps customers find provincially licensed slaughter operations or meat facilities located across Alberta. Your business information will be included in the directory. To opt out of the directory, contact us at [email protected].
Connect with the Meat and Dairy Inspection Team:
Email: [email protected]
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