Will Canada declare a hantavirus public health emergency by July 15?
Canada's Emergencies Act was last invoked for COVID (never for hantavirus). PHAC monitors Sin Nombre and Andes cases. A federal or provincial emergency declaration would signal major escalation.
Resolves YES if the Government of Canada (federal) or any provincial government declares a public health emergency naming hantavirus before 2026-07-15 23:59 UTC.
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cited: Government of Canada official gazette + PHAC statements
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