Raccoons are the primary reservoir host for the roundworm, Baylisascaris procyonis, a parasite that has potential … Baylisascaris research in OntarioRead more
Month: May 2012
Ottawa commits $17.5 million to help stop Asian carp invasion
Ottawa will make a significant investment to protect the Great Lakes from the threat of Asian … Ottawa commits $17.5 million to help stop Asian carp invasionRead more
Canine Distemper Virus in Southern Ontario
This spring, sick raccoons have been observed over a broad geographic range in southern Ontario. Affected … Canine Distemper Virus in Southern OntarioRead more
B.C. considers ban on invasive species
British Columbia could soon lose its status as the only jurisdiction in North America that allows … B.C. considers ban on invasive speciesRead more
Wolves in Atlantic Canada
Genetic testing has confirmed that a large canid shot in Newfoundland this March was indeed a … Wolves in Atlantic CanadaRead more
Habitat matters for Canadian wildlife species
Thirty-five Canadian wildlife species, from whales to mosses, were assessed as at risk at the recent … Habitat matters for Canadian wildlife speciesRead more
Are the rats of Vancouver a human health concern?
The CCWHC is a partner in an extensive public health assessment of rats in the city … Are the rats of Vancouver a human health concern?Read more
Jasper park warns to watch for caribou herds on highway
Park staff warn about using caution when driving through areas used by caribou. A large amount … Jasper park warns to watch for caribou herds on highwayRead more
Bison on the Prairie
In early April, the CCWHC assisted Parks Canada staff at Grasslands National Park to fit three … Bison on the PrairieRead more
Operation Sri Lanka!
Ted Leighton, Executive Director of the CCWHC, has just returned from a three week mission in … Operation Sri Lanka!Read more