Overview

• The MSX parasite, first detected in July, is now believed to have spread extensively across Prince Edward Island's waterways.
• Officials from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency have not yet completed testing, but preliminary findings suggest widespread contamination.
• Initial hopes of containing the parasite were dashed as it was found in remote areas far from the original detection site in Badeque Bay.
• The full impact of the parasite remains uncertain due to limited understanding of its spread and effects on oysters.
• While a significant mortality spike in oysters has not yet occurred, experts warn that the situation could worsen in the future.