Pandemic Preparedness

No nation or region will be unaffected by a pandemic influenza, including Manitoba. Preparing and planning for a possible pandemic is important. Information and knowledge about pandemic influenza will continue to grow and evolve, as will Manitoba''s efforts to plan and prepare for an effective response with other provinces and the federal government. It has become a global effort.

Guidelines Since April 2009

• Building Workforce Resiliency Within Workplaces [pdf 149 KB]
• Preparedness Guidelines for Early Learning and Child Care Facilities [pdf 89 KB]

Pre - Pandemic Guidelines Written Prior to April 2009

• A Guide for the Public from the Office of the CMOH - March 2006 [pdf 311 KB]
• Preparedness Guidelines for Local Governments - November 2005 [pdf 159 KB]
• Preparedness Guidelines for Manitoba Business - June 2006 [pdf 131KB]
• Preparedness Guidelines for Manitoba School Divisions and Schools - October 2007 (K-12) [pdf 578 KB]
• Preparing for Pandemic Influenza: An Overview of the Manitoba Government's Pandemic Response [pdf 88KB]
• Avian Influenza Preparedness and Response: A Manitoba Overview [pdf 78KB]

Coordinating Agencies

• Office of the Chief Medical Office of Health 
• Office of Disaster Management
• Manitoba Emergency Measures
• Manitoba Emergency Plan
• Office of the Chief Veterinarian

National Recommendations on the Use of Antivirals for Prevention during an Influenza Pandemic

World Health Organization

• Global Alert and Response