CFIA’s New Mandatory PCP & Licensing Requirements for the Feed Sector
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has officially entered the final implementation phase of the Feeds Regulations, 2024. As of December 17, 2025, it is now mandatory for all stakeholders involved in the Canadian feed supply chain—including manufacturers, storers, packagers, labellers, sellers, and exporters—to:
Prepare, implement, and maintain a Preventive Control Plan (PCP)
Obtain a CFIA feed license appropriate to their activities
These requirements apply to domestic and international companies that manufacture or move feed into the Canadian marketplace.
This milestone marks one of the most significant regulatory transitions in Canada’s feed sector in decades. The renewed Feeds Regulations aim to:
- Strengthen safety and traceability across the entire feed supply chain
- Harmonize Canada’s system with international regulatory frameworks
- Provide greater clarity on hazard controls, labelling, manufacturing practices, and export requirements
- Enhance consumer and animal health protection across all feed categories
CFIA has emphasized its commitment to supporting stakeholders through this transition, but the onus is now on industry to operationalize full compliance.
How MCS Associates Can Support Your Feed Compliance Journey
As regulatory expectations increase, many organizations are seeking expert guidance to interpret the new requirements and operationalize compliant systems. MCS Associates has deep experience in PCP development, licensing preparation, and GMP-aligned quality system design across regulated industries in Canada and abroad.
Our team can assist with:
PCP Development & Implementation
- Hazard identification and risk assessment
- Written preventive controls tailored to your operations
- Process maps, SOPs, monitoring plans, and verification systems
CFIA Licensing Support
- Determining which activities require a license
- Preparing license applications and supporting documentation
- Aligning quality programs with CFIA inspection expectations
Gap Assessments & Readiness Audits
- Evaluating your current system against the 2024 Feeds Regulations
- Creating corrective action plans
- Training staff on compliance and ongoing maintenance
Export Requirements & Traceability
- Ensuring compliance for feed products moving into or out of Canada
- Supporting record-keeping, labelling, and supply chain controls
Whether you are a Canadian manufacturer or a foreign exporter selling into the Canadian market, MCS can help position your operations for full, timely, and sustainable compliance.
Preparation for Feed Sector Deadline
The December 17, 2025, deadline marks a new era of regulatory oversight for the feed sector. Organizations that invest early in building strong PCPs and licensing frameworks will be better prepared for CFIA’s inspection model—and better positioned for market confidence.
MCS Associates is here to support this transition with clarity, technical expertise, and practical implementation strategies.
If your organization needs guidance navigating the Feeds Regulations, 2024, our team is ready to help.
By contacting MCS Associates, you can move confidently into the future of compliance. Our gap analysis process not only identifies risks but uncovers opportunities, helping your organization achieve sustainable control and resilience
