A case of avian influenza has been detected in Summerland.  The disease is highly transferable amongst bird populations, and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has established a “primary control zone” for the community.

This means permits are required for the movement of birds, their products and by-products in the zone.  A map of the zone is posted on the CFIA website along with other information that should be consulted if you raise chickens in the community for domestic or commercial use: https://inspection.canada.ca/animal-health/terrestrial-animals/diseases/reportable/avian-influenza/hpai-in-canada/status-of-ongoing-avian-influenza-response/eng/1640207916497/1640207916934

If you have any questions please contact the Department of Agriculture representative Debbie Evans at 778-405-3954.