PFAS

• Canada moves to label ‘forever chemicals’ as toxic, eyes stricter regulation

  Ottawa says it's moving ahead with a plan to label so-called forever chemicals as toxic and expects to begin consultations in two years on further regulating their us.

  Environment

  Mar 6
  
• Vancouver to switch firefighters to non-toxic gear

  The protective equipment worn by crews battling structure fires, typically contains "forever chemicals" in its water-repellent inner lining.

  Health

  Apr 12, 2024
  
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• Fish not biting ‘like they used to’ in Lac-Mégantic 10 years after rail disaster

  Some Quebec anglers say they're seeing fewer fish, and their catches are increasingly adult fish — a sign that fewer are being born.

  Canada

  Jul 5, 2023
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• Why a neighbourhood in Montreal is divided over plans for a new soccer field

  Maintain a multipurpose green space or bring in a synthetic soccer field? The fate of Mackenzie-King Park will be voted on by council next month.

  Environment

  Jun 20, 2023
• Canada mulls regulating products with ‘forever chemicals’ amid health concerns

  Firefighting foams, cosmetics and food packaging that contain cancer-causing "forever chemicals" could be limited or banned in Canada following a government risk assessment.

  Health

  May 19, 2023
• ‘Forever chemicals’ found in Canadian fast food packaging, study shows

  A new study shows the evidence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in some take-out containers used in fast food restaurants in Canada.

  Canada

  Mar 31, 2023
• U.S. looks to impose strict limits on ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water

  The Environmental Protection Agency is proposing federal limits on PFAS, a group of compounds that are linked to a range of health issues including low birth weight and cancer.

  U.S. News

  Mar 14, 2023
• Toxic chemicals in period underwear? What to know as U.S.-based Thinx settles lawsuit

  New York-based brand Thinx has settled a US$5-million lawsuit that alleged the company had misled customers about its products being free of harmful chemicals.

  Health

  Jan 23, 2023
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• Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ found in school uniforms in Canada and U.S.: study

  PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are commonly found in children's clothing to make the fabric water- and stain-resistant.

  Lifestyle

  Sep 21, 2022
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• ‘Forever chemicals’ have made rainwater ‘unsafe to drink’ globally, says study

  The study claims the levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in rainwater exceeds established U.S. guideline values for what is deemed "safe."

  Environment

  Aug 8, 2022