Family That Operates BC Ostrich Farm Pushes Back Against CFIA Claims

Supporters of Universal Ostrich Farms stand near ostriches at the farm’s property in Edgewood, B.C., on May 17, 2025. The Canadian Press/Aaron Hemens

The family that operates an ostrich farm in British Columbia’s interior is pushing back on the Canadian Food Inspection Agency, which is poised to cull around 400 birds at the farm due to avian flu.

Katie Pasitney, whose parents own Universal Ostrich Farm in Edgewood, B.C., said during Facebook Live stream event Saturday night that the ordered cull is based on misinformation.