Manitoba reports first case of chronic wasting disease in deer
A male deer found sick near Lake of the Prairies in western Manitoba was euthanized and confirmed with chronic wasting disease. A temporary hunting ban is in effect in eastern Game Hunting Area 22, with testing and surveillance expanded across surrounding zones. Meat from infected animals is not recommended for consumption, and hunters are urged to test harvested cervids and follow safety protocols. Manitoba expands surveillance, coordinates with First Nations and Metis groups, and emphasizes science-based decisions.