blacklegged ticks
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Toronto woman shares encounter with dozens of ticks in her suburban backyardMichelle Snider warns others ticks may be on the rise in her area, after she says 25 or more ticks have bitten her and her dog in the past few days.CanadaMay 19
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Public health officials warn Manitobans to look out for ticksAs people venture into parks and wilderness areas this spring, public health officials remind Manitobans to be wary of ticks and the increased risk of Lyme disease.HealthMay 13
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As weather warms, London-area health units issue reminders about Lyme disease risksHealth officials advise residents wear light-coloured, long-sleeved shirts and pants when going into areas where there may be ticks, along with insect repellent containing DEET.HealthMay 5
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How to protect yourself during tick season in SaskatchewanThere were 15 blacklegged ticks out of 969 identified last year in Saskatchewan with none of them testing positive for Lyme disease.HealthApr 27
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Canadians heading outdoors this summer are urged to look out for ticksIt's recommended that hikers stay in the centre of a trail when exploring and that people sit on a rock instead of the ground when they need a break.CanadaJun 20, 2020
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Tick season underway in SaskatchewanTicks are typically out from early spring until October in Saskatchewan, and are usually found in tall grass, brush or wooded areas.CanadaMay 17, 2019
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Health unit issues warning after blacklegged ticks found in Simcoe CountyThe Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit (SMDHU) is warning residents after blacklegged ticks were located in Simcoe County.CanadaNov 1, 2018
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Cooler weather in Saskatchewan more reason to take precautions against ticksWhile the risk of being exposed to Lyme disease is low in Saskatchewan, it is not zero as blacklegged ticks are most active in cooler weather.HealthSep 25, 2018
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Toronto Public Health issues warning about ticks, Lyme diseaseToronto Public Health officials are warning people about exposure to blacklegged ticks now that the warmer weather is upon on.HealthMay 17, 2018
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Surveillance discovers Lyme-infected ticks in AlbertaAlberta's Tick Surveillance program has found blacklegged ticks in Alberta, but the province said there is no evidence they are reproducing here.EnvironmentJun 8, 2017
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