- Latest updates from CFIA for PEI. This page also includes a map of all the current PCZ, and other useful links.
The Provincial Fact Sheets can download via the following links. There are also some info graphic posters that can be printed and displayed as appropriate.
- MSX Fact Sheet
- MSX FAQ
- “What is MSX?” Infographic
- “Protecting PEI’s Oysters” Infographic
- CFIA MSX Fact Sheet
Key points to remember:
- MSX is a disease that can affect both wild and cultured oysters with 90-95% mortality
- MSX is not a risk to human health, oysters from an MSX infected area are perfectly safe to eat
- Mortality events, or signs of MSX infection, must be reported to the Province for investigation. Reports can be sent to msx@gov.pe.ca
- Questions about MSX can be sent to CFIA, at cfia.AtlanticAHLiaisonOfficer-OfficierdeliaisonSAAtlantique.acia@inspection.gc.ca