Is Canadian Drinking Water Safe

• Nearly every single Halifax-area public school has too much lead in its drinking water

  Data released by the provincial government this week reveals that the majority of public schools in Nova Scotia have too much lead in their water.

  Education

  Oct 1, 2020
  
• Deliberations begin on Halifax Water’s proposal to replace lead pipes for free

  If approved, the utility hopes to replace all lead service lines within its boundaries within the next 18 years.

  Health

  Jun 1, 2020
  
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• Citing Tainted Water investigation, Halifax Water advances offer to replace lead pipes for free

  Halifax Water is taking the next step in a landmark $14-million program to replace privately-owned lead service lines, citing the Tainted Water investigation as a catalyst.

  Health

  Nov 28, 2019
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• Halifax Water considers accelerated plan to replace lead pipes after Tainted Water investigation

  The utility board will review a report that cites the Tainted Water series as an impetus for the recommended course of action.

  Health

  Nov 27, 2019