Avian influenza (bird flu)
Avian influenza (AI), commonly known as "bird flu", is a contagious viral infection that can affect several species of food producing birds as well as pet birds and wild birds.
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Latest bird flu situation in Canada
Updates on the outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza in birds across Canada, where disease zones are, and what guidance is given for farmers and the public
Facts about avian influenza (bird flu)
Disease definition and more about its virus types, strains, transmission, signs of infection and ways to protect birds
Biosecurity
A set of biosecurity practices to help producers and bird owners limit the introduction and spread of disease
Overview of how Canada prevents, prepares and responds to bird flu outbreaks
Prevention practices used in Canada, what the early warning signs are, how to prepare for an outbreak and how response measures are applied
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Vaccination Task Force
A forum for discussion on issues relating to the potential use of vaccination against HPAI in Canada
Toolkit for producers and livestock sector
Guidance for industry on import and export restrictions by country, surveillance, biosecurity, process when declared infected, and more
Tips for bird owners
Guidance for pet bird owners and of small flocks about protecting, preventing and detecting disease, importing requirements, and what to do with infected birds
Previous bird flu cases
Data on past cases of avian influenza infections in birds in Canada
Surveillance
Guidance for commercial poultry producers about surveillance, timeframes, types of sampling and primary control zones
Cleaning and disinfection
Steps taken if your commercial or non-commercial premises are declared infected
Report a sick bird
If you suspect that your bird is sick or if you see a sick or dead wild bird, find out who to report it to