Livestock

Raising Livestock and Poultry

• For example, cows and pigs raised by a farmer are livestock

• Poultry is defined as domestic fowl, such as chickens, turkeys, ducks and geese
• Contact the Planning and Development Department before committing to raise livestock within town limits.

There are a number of provincial guidelines to be mindful of when raising livestock and poultry in Ontario. Visit the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs (OMAFRA) website for more information.

Livestock Municipal Investigators

• In the event of livestock or poultry being killed or injured, contact the Town's By-Law Enforcement Staff immediately.
• Do not attempt to remove the carcass until the livestock investigator has attended your property to investigate the loss. The livestock investigator files a report with the Province (OMAFRA) and the Town.

Contact our By-Law Enforcement Staff for more information surrounding Livestock Valuation.