Yes, the core story is accurate. Canada's CFIA ordered the culling of around 400 ostriches at a B.C. farm after detecting avian flu in some birds, despite owners' independent tests showing negatives and claims of herd immunity. The Supreme Court dismissed their appeal this week, leading to the depopulation via shooting to contain the outbreak risk—ostriches can carry the virus asymptomatically. Details on exact fines vary, but the government prioritized eradication over further testing.