My understanding is that the provinces are responsible for everything related to processing and marketing. As that falls within their areas of jurisdiction and as traceability is an issue that affects the marketing of these products, I believe it is essential for the provinces to be playing a key role in implementing a traceability system.
In connection with the federal government's role, I would say that interprovincial trade requires harmonizing the systems. For the complete traceability of products within Canada, the federal government definitely has a role to play, including in developing the Blue Economy Strategy. It could establish the major legislative guidelines for data and consumer protection, and for the regulation of all stakeholders in the value chain. It could also develop a blueprint for the harmonization of systems across Canada.
That's how I see the role of the provinces and the federal government in this area.
I hope that answers your question.