2. Addressing the immunization needs of all Manitobans with particular focus on
newcomers is important. Recent and new immigrants were identified as the majority of
the cases in this outbreak of mumps. The development of an immunization strategy
using an equity approach that focuses on newcomers will assist with keeping
immunization rates up and reduce the risk of such outbreaks. The strategy should
include updating immunization records in the provincial immunization registry and well
as mechanisms to inform newcomers on immunization programs in Winnipeg/Manitoba.