Full Podcast: https://lovethenorth.ca/article/260923-sudbury-rat-infestation-residents-demand A Minnow Lake resident describes just how upsetting the rat problem became in her neighbourhood — with rats appearing frequently enough that it began to feel like they were taking over the area. What started as an occasional sighting quickly became something much harder to ignore. Seeing rats moving through yards, around garbage, and near homes created a constant sense of frustration and concern for residents who simply wanted to feel comfortable on their own property. For this resident, the issue was not just the rats themselves — it was the feeling that the problem was growing while residents were left trying to figure out who was responsible for helping. She eventually reached out to her local councillor looking for support and action, hoping the issue would be taken seriously before it became even worse. The situation raises bigger questions about how quickly municipalities should respond when residents begin reporting pest problems across an entire neighbourhood. When rats are showing up repeatedly around homes and streets, residents should not feel like they are dealing with the problem alone. The message from Minnow Lake is clear: people want practical help, clear communication, and a coordinated response before a local pest issue turns into a much larger community problem. #Sudbury #MinnowLake #RatInfestation #PestControl #CommunitySafety #CityHall #GreaterSudbury #NorthernOntario #LoveTheNorth