The Canadian Pork Council (CPC) is preparing to release a new set of training modules as part of its PigLEARN platform, continuing its push to provide practical, accessible education for workers entering the swine industry.
Launched earlier this year, PigLEARN is an online learning platform designed to give new barn workers a strong foundation before stepping into day-to-day production tasks. The system was showcased this month at the Saskatchewan Pork Industry Symposium 2025.
A Growing Library of Practical Swine Training
Mark Fynn, Training Resources Coordinator with the CPC, says the platform has quickly grown to become a comprehensive resource.
PigLEARN currently includes 86 training modules covering topics such as:
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Group sow housing
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Pig handling and movement
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Transport preparation
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Euthanasia protocols
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Farrowing unit procedures
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General barn workflows
Each module includes built-in knowledge checks and is available in multiple languages—including English, French, Tagalog, Spanish, and Ukrainian—to reflect Canada’s diverse workforce.
New Modules Coming Soon
The CPC is preparing to release 10 new modules focused specifically on pig handling, with another 20 modules on worker health and safety already under development for release next year or early the following year.
Fynn says ongoing updates are a core part of PigLEARN’s design.
“There’s lots in the works, and we plan to keep improving the platform. If people have input or are looking for new content, we’ll take all of that into consideration.”
Training Records Provide Valuable Documentation
One of the platform’s other strengths is its ability to track completed training. Fynn notes that keeping formal records is valuable for both workers and employers, offering clear documentation that training has been delivered and understood.
More Information
Producers and employers interested in PigLEARN can contact their provincial pork organization for access and support.
