COMMERCIAL RECYCLING PROGRAM HEALTHY CITIES PROJECT

In early June, the RM of Ste. Anne was approached by Kateryn Rochon, Associate Professor in the Department of Entomology at the University of Manitoba, and Camille Guillot, from the University of Montreal, with an invitation to participate in a study addressing Lyme disease and other tick-borne diseases (TBD). This is a collaborative project and includes cities and municipalities from Quebec, Ontario and Manitoba.

The objective of this study is to develop a tick management plan, including educational materials for public awareness around ticks and TBD. Areas of the RM are known for tick activity, and this study grants us the opportunity to contribute to planning and resource material based on the conditions we experience in our own backyards.

The study would involve 10-12 volunteers from the RM to participate in a few meetings with the researchers to help identify local needs and discuss overall considerations for a response plan and materials. This would be the first phase of the project, as the researchers would then compose a plan and would seek out funding opportunities to take what was developed into action.

If interested, or would like more information, please watch our social media, or contact the RM office and speak with Hadiseh Bajelan, our Development Officer.