CFIA to Proceed with Ostrich Cull in British Columbia
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced it will proceed with the complete depopulation of hundreds of ostriches at a farm in Edgewood, British Columbia. This decision follows the Supreme Court of Canada’s refusal to hear the farm owners’ final appeal.
The CFIA stated on Thursday that it has complied with all court orders and expects the ostrich farm owners and their supporters to respect the latest ruling. The Supreme Court’s decision eliminates any remaining legal barriers to starting the cull.
Background of the Outbreak and Legal Battle
The cull order was issued over 10 months ago after an avian flu outbreak was detected at Universal Ostrich Farms in Edgewood. Previous challenges by the farm owners were rejected by both the Federal Court and the Federal Court of Appeal.
Reactions from Farm Supporters
Following the Supreme Court’s ruling, supporters gathered in a prayer circle. Co-owner Dave Bilinski expressed hope, saying,
“Maybe a miracle will happen yet.”
One protester condemned the CFIA as “criminals,” vowing to leave Canada, while another described the decision as “disgusting.”
Summary
The CFIA will move forward with the ostrich cull after the Supreme Court declined to review the appeal, ending the owners' legal hopes to stop it.
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