Researching microplastics-eating bacteria
A University of Waterloo researcher’s ground-breaking research has found a way to alter bacteria so that they consume microplastics.
Testing deer for CWD
Testing for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) will be carried out in two zones this fall. Hunters in these zones are asked to submit samples.
Possession of migratory birds found dead allowed under variance
Government of Canada announced a variance in the Migratory Bird Regulations temporarily allowing possession of found dead migratory birds.
West Nile virus found in Peterborough
The first mosquitoes to test positive for West Nile virus (WNV) in Ontario this year were trapped in the City of Peterborough from July 20 to 23.
Michigan man contracts tuberculosis from deer
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed in September that a 77-year-old man contracted pulmonary tuberculosis (TB) from a deer.