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Supporters rally around B.C. ostrich farm after appeal court upholds cull order

Universal Ostrich Farms challenges cull after 69 ostriches died from H5N1; Canadian Food Inspection Agency cites ongoing health and export risks, officials and protests oppose the order.

  • The Federal Court of Appeal rejected Universal Ostrich Farms' bid to prevent the cull of nearly 400 ostriches in Edgewood, B.C., on August 22, 2025.
  • The cull order originated last December from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency after two birds tested positive for H5N1 avian flu, prompting ongoing health concerns.
  • Farm spokeswoman Katie Pasitney urged supporters to peacefully protect the ostriches by visiting the farm and emphasized rising up against the cull, while lawyer Umar Sheikh prepared an appeal to the Supreme Court.
  • A total of 69 birds died in December and January, and Pasitney called ostriches 'iconic birds' while the CFIA cited risks to animal and human health and Canadian export markets.
  • The court decision and ongoing appeals maintain tension over the cull's necessity amid farm claims the flock is now healthy and public calls to protect the animals.
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Supporters head for B.C. ostrich farm as it plans top court appeal to stop cull

Vancouver's Lucas Robinson was making a 575-kilometre trip east to the small community of Edgewood, B.C., with steaks, hamburgers, watermelon and his dog.

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City News broke the news in Toronto, Canada on Friday, August 22, 2025.
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