The Government of B.C. has announced that confirmatory testing has shown the white-tailed deer sample taken east of Enderby is negative for Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD). Although the initial screening returned a “non-negative” result, follow-up testing by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency using three independent methods confirmed that no CWD was detected.

Preventing the spread of CWD requires strong partnership, and the Okanagan Nation Alliance thanks the Province for its rigorous testing, rapid response, and ongoing efforts to help keep wildlife and communities safe.

At the same time, we strongly urge hunters and community members to keep bringing in animals for testing. Every single sample helps us detect CWD early, understand its movement, and prevent the spread. The more samples we receive, the more information we have to understand and monitor CWD.

ONA is here to support Syilx Nation members with CWD testing and answer any questions. Your participation is vital in protecting our tmixʷ (all living things) and ensuring the health of future generations.

To read the full statement from the Government of BC CLICK HERE: BC Gov News

For more information on CWD and Syilx-led drop-off locations CLICK HERE: Prevent the Spread: Chronic Wasting Disease – Okanagan Nation Alliance

For additional CWD resources CLICK HERE: Chronic Wasting Disease – Province of British Columbia