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Canada moves to label ‘forever chemicals’ as toxic, eyes stricter regulationOttawa 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.EnvironmentMar 6
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Vancouver to switch firefighters to non-toxic gearThe protective equipment worn by crews battling structure fires, typically contains "forever chemicals" in its water-repellent inner lining.HealthApr 12, 2024
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Fish not biting ‘like they used to’ in Lac-Mégantic 10 years after rail disasterSome Quebec anglers say they're seeing fewer fish, and their catches are increasingly adult fish — a sign that fewer are being born.CanadaJul 5, 2023
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Why a neighbourhood in Montreal is divided over plans for a new soccer fieldMaintain 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.EnvironmentJun 20, 2023
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Canada mulls regulating products with ‘forever chemicals’ amid health concernsFirefighting foams, cosmetics and food packaging that contain cancer-causing "forever chemicals" could be limited or banned in Canada following a government risk assessment.HealthMay 19, 2023
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‘Forever chemicals’ found in Canadian fast food packaging, study showsA new study shows the evidence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in some take-out containers used in fast food restaurants in Canada.CanadaMar 31, 2023
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U.S. looks to impose strict limits on ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking waterThe 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. NewsMar 14, 2023
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Toxic chemicals in period underwear? What to know as U.S.-based Thinx settles lawsuitNew 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.HealthJan 23, 2023
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Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ found in school uniforms in Canada and U.S.: studyPFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are commonly found in children's clothing to make the fabric water- and stain-resistant.LifestyleSep 21, 2022
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‘Forever chemicals’ have made rainwater ‘unsafe to drink’ globally, says studyThe study claims the levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in rainwater exceeds established U.S. guideline values for what is deemed "safe."EnvironmentAug 8, 2022
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