The Ontario Livestock and Poultry Council (OLPC) was formed in January 2005. The OLPC is dedicated to helping the livestock and poultry industries improve their ability to respond to an emergency animal disease outbreak. To date, there are 21 member organizations, three associate members, and six ex-officio members of OLPC including livestock and poultry groups, farm service, feed, processing and veterinary organizations. The Council is industry funded and provides a forum for the livestock and poultry industries and government to come together to develop strategies to deal with important animal health problems.