PFAS

• 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
  
• 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
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• 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
• 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
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• Here’s what we know about PFAS, the toxic chemical found in Canada and U.S. cosmetics

  PFAs are often added to cosmetics to increase their durability and water resistance.

  Health

  Jun 16, 2021