No, All eggs sold in Ontario are produced without the use of antibiotics. Antibiotics may only be used on egg farms when prescribed by a veterinarian to treat a hen for illness.
If a laying hen requires antibiotic treatment, her eggs are not sold for human consumption during the required withdrawal period. This ensures that eggs entering the food supply meet Canadian food safety requirements.
Egg farmers work closely with veterinarians to keep their hens healthy and ensure the eggs they produce are safe for consumers.
Learn more about antibiotic use on Ontario egg farms from poultry veterinarian Dr. Mike Petrik in the video below.