African swine fever (ASF) is a viral disease that only impacts pigs. As it spreads around the globe, it poses a significant risk to the health of the Canadian swine herd, the pork industry and the Canadian economy. ASF can spread between pigs through both direct and indirect contact with other infected pigs or pig products, as well as contaminated farm equipment, feed and clothing.
Key facts
- ASF has never been found in Canada
- ASF does not infect humans
- Canadian pork is safe to eat
In Canada, ASF is a reportable disease under the Health of Animals Act. All suspected cases must be reported to the CFIA.
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Latest news
- Strengthening North America's Defense Against African Swine Fever
2024-09-19 - Parliamentary Secretary Drouin announces over $9.6 million to help the Canadian pork industry to prevent and prepare for a possible African swine fever outbreak
2024-05-17 - Backgrounder: African Swine Fever Industry Preparedness Program projects
2024-05-17 - Minister MacAulay announces support for Animal Health Canada's work to prevent and prepare for animal disease outbreaks
2024-03-07 - All statements and updates
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Services and information
Government of Canada action
What the Government of Canada is doing to keep African Swine Fever from coming to Canada.
Top questions
Consult the ASF fact sheet for answers to frequently asked questions.
Producers
What you can do to protect your pigs from African swine fever.
Travellers
How you can prevent bringing contaminated food, clothing and equipment to Canada.
Importers
Import requirements for feed and live animals, animal products and by-products.
Hunters
Take precautions if you come into contact with wild pigs.
Pig owners
Whether kept as pets or farm animals, all pigs are susceptible to African swine fever. Find out how to protect them from getting and spreading this serious pig disease.
Veterinarians
Educating pig owners, providing guidance on biosecurity and identifying suspect cases of ASF.
Vidose
EFSA's guide on ASF: what it is and how to protect domestic pigs from infection.
Infographics
On-farm biosecurity
ASF can have a devastating effect on a swine herd. On-farm biosecurity is key to prevent diseases from developing and spreading.
Economic impact of African swine fever
African swine fever poses a significant risk to the Canadian pork industry and the Canadian economy.
If you plan to travel with a pig
All varieties of pigs, whether kept as pets, companion animals or farm animals, are susceptible to the same serious diseases.