Public health officials in British Columbia and Quebec are managing rabies infections after a skunk in Vancouver tested positive and three cats in Quebec became infected following contact with wildlife.
The British Columbia team is investigating the single skunk case, while Quebec officials are addressing a raccoon‑related outbreak that has affected three domestic cats. Both agencies are focusing on preventing further transmission to people and other animals.
Rabies is a viral disease that can spread from wild mammals such as skunks and raccoons to humans and pets when contact occurs, prompting the ongoing investigations.