In this special episode of The Lavigne Show, Jason Lavigne sits down with Viva Frei to unpack the extraordinary case of the Universal Ostrich Farm in British Columbia — where nearly 400 healthy ostriches are facing a government-ordered cull.
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) requires destruction following the detection of H5N1. However, evidence suggests that the flock survived, developed natural immunity, and may hold considerable value for biomedical research. Dr. Steven Pelech’s findings confirm the presence of antibodies in ostrich eggs that could advance science, yet his expert testimony was rejected in Federal Court.
Jason and Viva delve into the legal, political, and scientific aspects of this battle. Why is the CFIA ignoring built-in legal discretion for treatment and research? Why are U.S. officials urging Canada to preserve the flock while Ottawa pushes ahead with culling? And what does this say about transparency, science, and government accountability in Canada today?
This is more than a farm story — it’s a test of whether evidence and research value can outweigh bureaucratic policy.
Watch the whole conversation and decide for yourself.
The documentary The Shot: Sean Hartman’s Story is coming to Ontario.
This is more than a film, it’s a fundraiser and a fight for truth, accountability, and justice.
Join Dan Hartman as he continues his legal battles in pursuit of answers for his son, Sean, and challenges the systems that failed to provide them. Your support helps fund the expert witnesses, legal work, and court costs required to keep this fight moving forward.
🎬 Ontario World Premiere Screenings
📅 February 8–12
📍 Full dates and locations available at: http://SupportSean.ca
Watch the trailer. Share the story. Stand for justice.
Join Paula & Jay over Tea & Coffee as they talk about the news of the day, life, and whatever comes up. Special Guest: Bruce Pardy
Folks,
Paula and I are beat after a long night showing The Shot and driving home.
We'll see you tomorrow.
Hi all,
Paula and I are taking a mid-week day off.
See you tomorrow with Frances Widdowson.
Stay warm, God bless.
Paula & Jay on the @TheLavigneShow are two of my favorite people. I am a supporter because I believe in their honesty, integrity & most of all their dedication to truth & the Alberta Independence Movement. I wrote a song about our quest for freedom, it is called My Alberta Home. You can find a demo of the song on my X page Michael Kosterman @MichaelKosterm2
We are headed into the studio later this spring to record a Radio Version of this song. Thank you Paula & Jay for all that you do. I will be coming to see you soon at one of your events! All my best & God Save Alberta!
