Strangles (Streptococcus equi) has been confirmed in District of Temiskaming, Ontario. Three horses have been confirmed to have Strangles - clinical signs (nasal discharge, swollen lymph nodes) and positive test results. These horses and their direct contacts are being isolated together in an outside paddock.
The facility owner, working with their veterinarian, has instituted voluntary animal movement restrictions and biosecurity protocols. To see past and present Strangles cases in Ontario go to: https://www.oahn.ca/resources/ontario-equine-disease-alerts/ and enter the disease surveillance portal.