Demand for mosquito dunks is surging across Canada, leading to widespread sell-outs, as a potentially severe mosquito season looms. This increased interest coincides with the viral spread of a social media trend dubbed the “bucket of doom”—a DIY mosquito trap utilizing mosquito dunks. The dunks contain *Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis* (Bti), a naturally occurring bacterium toxic to mosquito larvae, offering an environmentally friendly control method. Experts anticipate a challenging mosquito season in several regions due to recent weather patterns. Retailers are struggling to keep the product in stock, prompting concerns about accessibility for those seeking preventative measures. The combination of anticipated high mosquito populations and the popularity of the DIY trap has created unprecedented demand.