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How do I check Canadian tick risk by postal code?

Use the Public Health Agency interactive tool with the first three postal-code characters, municipality or province and read the map's definitions.

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Short answer

Use the Public Health Agency interactive tool with the first three postal-code characters, municipality or province and read the map's definitions.

At a glance

Use the Public Health Agency interactive tool with the first three postal-code characters, municipality or province and read the map's definitions. Read the legend, date, evidence class and sampling method.

Key takeaways

• Use the Public Health Agency interactive tool with the first three postal-code characters, municipality or province and read the map's definitions.

• Read the legend, date, evidence class and sampling method.

• Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.

Direct answer

Use the Public Health Agency interactive tool with the first three postal-code characters, municipality or province and read the map's definitions.

Use it in context

Read the legend, date, evidence class and sampling method.

Practical next step

Apply this information with current official guidance and the actual circumstances; use qualified medical or veterinary help when removal, symptoms or safety are concerning.