During the meeting, Côte Saint-Luc residents came armed with questions and concerns about the impact of lead on their health and well-being.

Just days before the start of school, high levels of lead have been found in a number of Surrey schools after more than 600 taps and fountains were tested.

A failed classroom experiment four years ago in northwestern British Columbia has spawned widespread concern from parents who fear their children face risks of lead poisoning from drinking water at their schools.