Who we are
Lyme Disease Canada is a healthcare-focused initiative based in Ontario. We bring together clinicians, researchers, and community partners to provide clear information, practical prevention strategies, and supportive navigation for people affected by tick-borne risk in Canada. We move carefully with the evidence, name uncertainty when it exists, and keep care and prevention at the centre.
Our mission
Help people prevent tick bites, recognize early signs, and navigate care options with confidence. We amplify public health guidance, highlight peer-reviewed insights, and point to services that fit where you live.
- Clarity without alarm - practical steps you can use today
- Evidence summaries and links to trusted sources
- Navigation help for Ontario and other provinces
What we do
Our work spans prevention, early recognition, and care navigation. We do not replace medical advice. We point you to credible information and services, then help you prepare for conversations with your care team.
Evidence library
Readable summaries with direct links to Canadian guidance and peer-reviewed studies.
Browse summariesPrevention toolkit
Practical steps for time outdoors in Canada - clothing, repellents, tick checks, and landscape awareness.
Explore preventionCare navigation
How to seek care, what to bring to appointments, and how provincial pathways differ.
Get navigation tipsCommunity support
Stories, local insights, and safer-outdoors tips for families, workers, and recreation groups.
Find supportOur approach to uncertainty
Tick ecology shifts with climate and habitat. Testing and clinical guidance evolve. We track reputable sources, share what is known, and flag what is still emerging so you can weigh choices with your care team.
Transparent sourcing
We link to Canadian public health and peer-reviewed literature whenever possible.
Prevention-first
Low-cost actions can meaningfully reduce risk in outdoor work and recreation.
Where we work
Based in Ontario, we support people across Canada with region-aware guidance. Local context matters: tick species, season length, and services vary by province and territory.
Early recognition and timely treatment remain key. If you notice a tick bite or a rash that expands, contact a healthcare professional promptly.
Data snapshot
Risk is not uniform. Blacklegged tick populations are expanding in parts of Canada, including Ontario. Exposure varies by habitat, season, and time spent outdoors.
Spring - fall
Peak tick activity periods in many regions
Regional
Risk varies by province and local habitat
Early care
Early assessment is linked with better outcomes
Values that guide us
Our work is shaped by care, clarity, and curiosity. We stay close to the science and to the people affected.
INFORMATION ONLY - NOT MEDICAL ADVICE
This site supports informed decisions and does not replace care from a qualified healthcare professional. If you are unwell or concerned about a tick exposure, seek medical attention promptly.
