Cryptosporidium confirmed in Kashechewan First Nation water treatment plant, 63 test positive for parasite | Unpublished
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Publication Date: January 29, 2026 - 11:29

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Cryptosporidium confirmed in Kashechewan First Nation water treatment plant, 63 test positive for parasite

January 29, 2026

An official with Kashechewan First Nation in northern Ontario says 63 community members have now tested positive for cryptosporidium, with test results showing water from the treatment plant has also tested positive for the parasite.



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