Salmonella is one of the most prevalent zoonotic bacteria worldwide (Meslin, 1997). In Canada, an average of 6,000-7,000 laboratory-confirmed cases of non-typhoidal salmonellosis are reported each year (Public Health Agency of Canada, 2016). The true burden of illness is likely much higher than what is reported. Nationally, it is estimated that there are 26 cases of Salmonella in the community
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