to measure and improve how antimicrobials are prescribed and used to preserve their
effectiveness; thus, improving cattle health and welfare and protecting public health.
Provide representative provincial and national estimates of AMU and AMR in the Canadian finishing feedlot cattle sector.
Monitor trends in AMU and AMR in the feedlot over time and in the context of changes to veterinary policy and practice.
Periodically investigate associations between AMU and AMR on a targeted basis in relation to emerging AMR trends.
Assemble collated industry data for assessment of the potential public and animal health risks of AMU to help preserve antimicrobial effectiveness and ensure antimicrobial stewardship.