Toronto Bedbugs

[SkyRider]

This was discussed before but didn't know that Toronto is number 1.

I heard of one paramedic who takes off all her work clothes, showers and changes into civilian clothes before heading home. You never know what you might catch in people's homes.

http://www.citynews.ca/2017/08/01/toronto-ranked-number-1-city-in-canada-for-bed-bugs/

 

[ChrisJunck]

This ranking is based on number of incidents overall without taking account the number of residents. Out of the list, Toronto is by far the largest city population-wise so its no surprise that it has the highest number of incidents.

 

[SkyRider]

This ranking is based on number of incidents overall without taking account the number of residents. Out of the list, Toronto is by far the largest city population-wise so its no surprise that it has the highest number of incidents.

Ok, more people more bedbugs. A couple of years ago, I saw some furniture put out on the curb with a big sign that said "BUGS!". The problem is that a lot of scavengers can't read English. Hopefully, they didn't drag any of that stuff back to their home.

I know Fuji will say "wear a helmet" but I really don't want to accidentally bring bedbugs home. They are now even in our libraries and the TTC.

 

[Butler1000]

We are a major hub for travel and a tourist destination.
Add in AirBnB and more homes will get hit. It's why I won't ever let someone use my property.

 

[fuji]

Ok, more people more bedbugs. A couple of years ago, I saw some furniture put out on the curb with a big sign that said "BUGS!". The problem is that a lot of scavengers can't read English. Hopefully, they didn't drag any of that stuff back to their home.

I know Fuji will say "wear a helmet" but I really don't want to accidentally bring bedbugs home. They are now even in our libraries and the TTC.

On this I don't think you're wrong.

Some things to know:

They can't climb up slippery smooth surfaces so put your bags in the bathtub when you come home from a hotel, they can't crawl up the side of the tub. Then after unpacking carefully inspect your suitcase before putting it away.

Heat kills them, even just the heat from a hot dryer cycle, so wash and thoroughly dry your clothes after a trip.

Always check the mattress when you check into a hotel and don't unpack your stuff into the drawers and closets.

 

[TFZL1]

More than travel, I worry about bringing home bugs from hobbying in Toronto.
Downtown Toronto and especially airport hotels are known for bugs.
I have seen bedbugs at 2 airport hotels. At Carlingview Best Western Plus, I found one and then the girl I was with searched the room. She didn't want to change rooms (probably not in her name).
Quality Inn Dixon Rd, the girl found a bug, thought it was the last client. She changed rooms after I left. I saw her weeks later, at a nicer hotel. She said same thing happened on another visit to Quality Inn, she changed rooms, they refused to refund. I would have Left, and told my credit card co not to pay them.
Have you noticed, all hotel renovations now have hardwood floors? Bedbugs live in the carpet and can go dormant for long periods.