There are moments in life when something touches the heart so deeply that it alters the way we see the world. Not pulling us downward into despair, but guiding us upward into compassion, clarity, and a more refined way of perceiving life. The story of the ostriches in Canada became one such moment. A quiet but profound turning point that awakened something deeper within many of us.
A Presence That Felt Almost Sacred
These birds were not ordinary animals. They were ancient beings, descendants of a lineage older than our own species, holding a prehistoric grace that felt almost mythic. Watching them dance, run, and play together was like witnessing living poetry. Their movements carried a purity, a joy, an intelligence that touched something deep and primal in the human heart.
They were Healthy, Vibrant and Seen By the World
Although accused of carrying avian flu, the flock was placed in over two hundred days of quarantine, long enough for any illness to declare itself. Yet during that time, thousands of people witnessed them through videos: running across the fields, dancing together in pairs, curious, gentle, and bright-eyed, moving as a harmonious, bonded family. They were healthy. They were vibrant. They were thriving. Their joy poured through every reel, every clip, every shared moment.
The Inhumanity That Followed
Despite global support, and despite a legal appeal reaching the Supreme Court of Canada, the request to spare them was denied. Under the cover of night, floodlights were turned on, something never done with flock animals who depend on low light to feel safe. In the terror and confusion that followed, more than three hundred ostriches, part of a flock of approximately three hundred and twenty, were shot and killed in front of one another.
Every ethical farmer knows you never harm flock animals this way. It magnifies fear, trauma, and suffering.
They were not sick.They were not suffering.They were thriving moments before their deaths.
It was an inhumane act, one that left a deep grief in the hearts of those who had come to love them from near and far.
The Government’s Superficial Response
Officials publicly stated that they had been “working with” the farmers. In reality, this “support” amounted to offering grief counseling, a gesture that did nothing to address the injustice, the financial devastation, or the loss of the flock. To the public, it painted a picture of cooperation. To the farmers, it was a hollow echo in the face of real suffering.
This disconnect revealed a painful truth: that the systems meant to protect us do not always embody compassion.
What the Ostriches Teach Us About Humanity
These beings were not merely casualties. They were teachers. Their innocence illuminated truths we often overlook.
We are deeply moved by purity. Their joy stirred a longing to reconnect with the natural world.
Love mobilizes instantly. Strangers across the world united in prayer, action, and support. A morphic field of care was created, strong and alive.
Systems can lose their humanity. And it is our responsibility to call this out with clarity and compassion.
Suffering can catalyze awakening. The loss of these birds opened eyes, hearts, and conversations that must continue.
They reminded us to rise. They reminded us how quickly our hearts rise to protect innocence. They reminded us that awakening often begins in grief.
Their presence and their passing awakened the human spirit and illuminated what many had felt but could not name: that somewhere along the way, the path of compassion and the possibility of natural wisdom, symbolized even in the unique qualities of their eggs, was overshadowed by other priorities.
A Higher Perspective: Choosing Love Over Fear
Many spiritual traditions speak of a time when humanity stands at a crossroads, a division between fear and higher consciousness. Whether symbolic or literal, this moment reflects that truth.
We are being asked to choose:
- awareness over apathy
- compassion over numbness
- reverence over convenience
- connection over separation
The ostriches became a mirror, reflecting both our wounds and our potential. They showed us where we are, and where we long to be.
The Love That Rose Around Them Did Not Die
Even amid heartbreak, something extraordinary happened. A field of love formed around these animals, a global wave of compassion, support, grief, and fierce tenderness.
This field continues.
It matters.
It influences consciousness.
It strengthens farmers who strive to care for their animals with dignity.
It supports humane, ethical food systems. It protects the earth in ways we may never fully measure.
The movement that formed around these birds was not merely activism. It was love in action.
The ostriches in Canada were majestic.They were innocent.They were loved.
And their presence awakened something enduring in us. The spiritual warriors, the caregivers, of the Canadian ostriches whose steadfast care and courage hold lessons for all of us who walk upon this earth.
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A Movement of Love
These images were created as offerings of remembrance to honor the light these ostriches carried and to keep the movement they inspired alive.
You are welcome to download and share them. May their love continue through us, awakening compassion and guiding our diligence so this never happens again.
Author’s Note
This piece was written from a place of grief, reverence, and deep reflection. My hope is not to reopen wounds, but to honor the lives of these extraordinary birds and to hold a gentle light toward a more compassionate way of being. May their presence and their passing continue to awaken love in each of us, reminding us of our capacity to care, to witness, and to choose a higher path. If their story has touched you, may it inspire a quiet moment of gratitude for all beings who share this earth with us.
For further reading, you may appreciate this gentle guide on how to navigate your own ascension journey:
If you feel called to follow the ongoing story of the flock and the people who cared for them, you may visit:
@saveourostriches on Instagram
A heartfelt space where the family continues to share updates, memories, and the love that still surrounds these beautiful beings.
This link is offered in the spirit of compassion and awareness, honoring both the birds and those who stood for them.
Further Reading
For readers who would like a factual overview of the events referenced in this article, a clear and neutral report can be found here:
Written by Elle Kerr-Wilson, founder of Amplify Your Light in Edmonds, Washington. Guiding seekers in Seattle, Lynnwood, and Everett through meditation and Sacred Vision Healing.
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