PFAS in Canadian Provinces: Where are the environmental regulations?
Per- and polyfluoroalkylated substances (PFAS) are all around us, in many places. You can find these persistent contaminants in our soils, water, and in our atmosphere.
Canada: scientists discover new method to break down toxic ‘forever chemicals’
University of British Columbia researchers develop silica-based material with ability to absorb wider range of harmful chemicals.
A class of their own—PFAS compounds an emerging concern
A class of chemicals used for more than half a century in everyday goods such as clothing, cosmetics, and consumer electronics is finding itself under global scrutiny. Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl, known generically as PFAS, ...
New Soil and Groundwater Guidelines for PFOS
Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) have received a lot of attention over recent years due to their toxicity, mobility, widespread occurrence, and stability in the environment.
North Bay Reaches $20 million PFAS Cleanup Agreement with DND
The City of North Bay and the DND have reached an agreement that will see the federal government fund the majority of costs related to the remediation of (PFAS) at Jack Garland Airport.
SUDBURY - The City of North Bay and the Department of National Defence (DND) have struck an agreement on a $20 million cleanup of water and soil near the Jack Garland Airport.
Golder Announces Preliminary Promising Results on PFAS Destruction in Soil
Golder specialists have been working alongside peers from public and private entities to find the right solution to the challenges presented by Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS).
EPA Considering Second Round of National PFAS Testing
Water suppliers across the nation could be required to sample for manmade “forever chemicals” in an attempt to gauge just how prevalent the contaminants are in drinking supplies.
Urgent Canadian Action is needed on PFAS — the Forever Chemicals
The class of chemicals called PFAS are often referred to as ‘the forever chemicals’ because they are highly persistent in the environment and will take hundreds if not thousands of years to disappear.
PFAS environmental contaminants in Canadian provinces: Where are the guidelines?
As we study impacts of persistent contaminants, jurisdictions are implementing standards. But Canada needs more provincial regulations.
