Pollution
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Canadians dropping some plastic habits as national ban looms, data suggestsStatistics Canada said that in 2021, 97 per cent of Canadians used their own reusable bags or containers when grocery shopping, up only slightly from 96 per cent in 2019.EnvironmentNov 29, 2022
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Kingston businesses prepare for plastic banGrocery stores and restaurants prepare for single use plastics ban. Queen's University Environmental Studies professor warns the impact is limited but an important step.ConsumerOct 20, 2022
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Quebec government releases list of companies permitted to exceed pollution normsOfficials from the Environment Department say that while the eight companies are allowed to exceed emission norms, not all of them do.EnvironmentAug 26, 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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English Bay beach closed again due to high levels of E. coliClosures were already in effect for Locarno Beach in Point Grey, two beaches on Bowen Island and Trout Lake.EnvironmentJul 13, 2022
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‘Elevated pollution levels’ lead to special air quality statement for much of southern OntarioEnvironment Canada said hot and humid weather conditions are creating elevated levels of air pollution.WeatherJun 21, 2022
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Source of solvent that killed potentially hundreds of fish in Coquitlam creek unclear: cityPeople who live near Booth Creek at Myrnam Street first noticed the dead fish and a strong odour Saturday evening.EnvironmentJun 13, 2022
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Group unveils Canada’s 1st cigarette surfboard in battle against plastic pollutionTh Surfrider Foundation Pacific Rim unveiled the "Dart Board" to mark the 30th anniversary of World Oceans Day, in a bid to raise awareness about plastic pollution in the ocean.EnvironmentJun 8, 2022
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Higher air pollution linked to more severe cases of COVID-19, study suggestsThe research found a link between chronic exposure to air pollution and hospitalization, ICU admission and death among COVID-19 cases.HealthMay 23, 2022
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Pollution kills 9 million people globally a year, new study findsA new study blames pollution of all types for 9 million deaths a year globally, with the death toll attributed to dirty air from cars, trucks and industry rising 55% since 2000.WorldMay 17, 2022
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