Nunavik mayors seek emergency declaration for tuberculosis outbreak

The mayors of 14 Inuit communities in Nunavik, Quebec, are demanding a public health emergency declaration due to a record surge in tuberculosis cases. The mayors cited an "unprecedented surge" in tuberculosis cases and potential cuts to infectious disease resources as reasons for their demand, with 40 cases reported in 2025 already. They also criticized the health system, alleging systemic racism and insufficient resources. The mayors are calling for emergency medical resources, infrastructure investment, and improved health services, citing the severity of the situation and the potential for more deaths if the crisis isn't addressed.