The Manitoba government has launched an interactive tool, the CWD Dashboard, to provide hunters with real-time access to Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) data and information to help them make informed decisions and protect hunting for generations to come.
Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures Minister Ian Bushie said in a media release, “The CWD Dashboard is a first of its kind in Canada and showcases Manitoba’s commitment to leading the way in preventing the spread of CWD. This tool, in partnership with hunters submitting biological samples and CWD testing, will help monitor and manage CWD in our province.”
The CWD Dashboard provides detailed CWD data, allows Manitobans to filter maps by hunting season or species of concern and obtain directions to the nearest sample drop-off depot location.
CWD management and prevention requires staying informed and submitting samples for testing because every sample submitted helps protect the future of Manitoba’s wildlife for future generations of hunters, noted Bushie.
While CWD is not known as a human risk, meat from a CWD-infected animal is not recommended for consumption. Hunters who are active in areas where CWD is a concern should have harvested animals tested, practice safe carcass handling protocols and avoid consumption of any animal that has tested positive or has not yet been tested.
To access information, including the CWD summary report and the new CWD Dashboard, visit www.manitoba.ca/cwd.
