Integrated Pest Management

Mosquito Control
The Culex Tarsalis species of mosquito is known to be the highest potential risk of transmitting the West Nile virus. The Culex Tarsalis seems to be most active in the mid to late summer months; however, protection should be on-going.

Female mosquitoes bite for a blood meal which allows them to lay eggs. Eggs may stay dormant for years. When there is sufficient water the eggs will hatch, continuing the cycle of mosquitoes. Large bodies of water such as Yorkton's Jaycee Beach and the Ravine Ecological Preserve do not have a lot of mosquitoes as the water is too deep. Eggs are laid in shallow areas of standing water.

To monitor and track adult populations, the City along with Saskatchewan Public Health have light traps set up in two locations of the City to count and forecast trends for future management strategies.

Gophers and Moles

The City of Yorkton controls gophers in public spaces, such as parks and natural areas. The City will apply Rozol RTU, a product approved for use by Health Canada, and smoke bombs to control gophers. The product will not be used in the City’s sport field areas.

The City wants residents to be aware of where this work is taking play and to take necessary precautions. Residents are advised to avoid marked areas, especially when walking with children or pets. The City strongly encourages pet owners to keep dogs leashed and steer clear of treated zones.”