Vector-borne zoonotic diseases, including Lyme disease and West Nile, pose a growing threat to the health of humans, domestic animals, and wildlife in Canada. Climate change is altering the distribution of vectors and their animal hosts, driving changes in disease patterns and increasing health, economic, and social impacts.  

This project uses a One Health approach to understand the socio-economic impacts of vectors, such as mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas, and their associated diseases, integrating expertise across human, animal, and environmental health. In partnership with Environment and Climate Change Canada and collaborating organizations, we are identifying key research and policy needs. Our goal is to generate actionable knowledge that supports evidence-informed decisions to mitigate the social and economic impacts of vector-borne zoonotic diseases across Canada.