Understanding Canada’s Rules for Transporting Compromised and Unfit Horses
Transporting horses isn’t just about getting from point A to point B. It is a critical phase in a horse’s life that, if handled improperly, can lead to stress, injury, or even death. The risks to their welfare increase significantly when decisions must be made about transporting equines that are, or become, compromised or unfit […]
CFIA prohibits entry of horses from Texas
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency implements disease control measures to prevent spread of New World screwworm From: Canadian Food Inspection Agency News release JUN 2026 Following a confirmed finding of New World screwworm in a calf in Texas, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) announced today that it will implement temporary import restrictions on livestock, […]
Canada’s Regulations for Compromised and Unfit Animals
A Comprehensive Guide for Equine Owners and Transporters Helping Horse Owners and Transporters Understand Canada’s Regulations for Compromised and Unfit Animals Transporting horses isn’t just about getting from point A to point B — it’s a critical phase in a horse’s life that, if handled improperly, can lead to stress, injury, or even death. The […]
Spring Risk Mitigation on the Farm
Identify measures you can take to mitigate risk and ways to ensure you are prepared for a quick and effective response should a disaster or emergency strike. High risk during spring Flood or flash flood Grass fires Spring snowstorm Building or structure collapse Plow wind, hurricane, tornado Thunderstorm – lightning strikes Thin ice on dugout, […]
Update to the Equine Code of Practice
Get to Know the Equine Code of Practice Before You Comment The draft Code of Practice for the Care and Handling of Equines is now open for public comment. This Code sets national standards for the care and welfare of equine in Canada. Before submitting comments, it is important to become familiar with the existing Code. The […]
EHV-1 and EHM Update
As you may be aware, there have been numerous reported cases of Equine Herpesvirus 1 (EHV-1) and Equine Herpesvirus Myeloencephalopathy (EHM) in the United States recently. HWAC and EC would like to share with you information about these diseases from credible sources such as the EDCC and the AAEP. We understand that there have been […]
Equine Disease Alerts
The Canadian Animal Health Surveillance System Disease Alerts Tool provides a nationally accessible inventory of animal health disease alerts from across Canada. CLICK HERE TO SEARCH DISEASE ALERTS All disease alert submissions are validated by CAHSS staff before posting.
Information Sheets on Ticks, Tick-Borne Diseases and Horses
Information sheets on ticks and horses in the Canadian context: Preventing and responding to ticks and tick bites on your horse Types of ticks and tick-borne diseases relevant to horses in Canada A visual guide of ticks native and non-native to Canada Ticks and Your Horse: Types of Ticks and Tick-Borne Diseases Preventing and Responding […]
CAHSS Equine Network
The CAHSS Equine Network brings together stakeholders from across disciplines and across the country to advance disease surveillance for Canada’s equine population. An effective equine surveillance system is essential to protect the health and well-being of horses and humans, safeguard the viability of the Canadian herd, ensure movement of horses and continuance of trade, and […]
Equine Code Training Program Available
Equine Code training program available to enhance horse welfare standards across Canada The Horse Welfare Alliance of Canada (HWAC) provides horse owners, caregivers, and animal welfare advocates with a valuable opportunity to enhance their knowledge and skills in upholding the highest standards of care for horses through its online Equine Code Training Program. This comprehensive […]