The Canadian Pork Council (CPC) is expanding its PigLEARN online training platform with the addition of ten new low-stress pig-handling modules, scheduled for release in January 2026.
Launched in March, PigLEARN is CPC’s digital learning management system designed to deliver practical, barn-focused training for swine workers across Canada. The platform currently hosts 86 modules, with the upcoming release pushing it to 96 training modules, plus any company-specific content that producers upload through the system.
A Comprehensive Approach to Low-Stress Handling
Mark Fynn, Training Resources Coordinator with CPC, discussed the updates during Manitoba Hog and Poultry Days 2025. He says the new modules take a full, detailed look at handling pigs at every stage of life.
Key areas covered include:
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Understanding basic pig behavior and how pigs perceive their environment
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Core principles for moving pigs calmly and safely
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Age-specific handling techniques for:
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Piglets
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Growing pigs
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Sows
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Boars
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Dedicated modules on loading and unloading pigs for transport
“These resources build confidence and help workers understand both the animal and the process,” says Fynn. “Different ages bring different behaviors, so the modules walk through how to adapt handling techniques as pigs mature.”
More Training on the Horizon
CPC is also preparing a major expansion of its worker health and safety training, with 20 new modules expected to launch in January 2027.
Accessing PigLEARN
Producers and industry members interested in PigLEARN can contact their provincial pork organization for access and support.
