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Acrolein is a colourless or yellow liquid that very quickly changes to a vapour when heated. It has an unpleasant …

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Is The Air Around You Safe? How the Air Quality Health Index will help you find out. Described video

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Explore airborne allergies, their causes and symptoms. Also find general tips for reducing your exposure to indoor allergens.

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The primary goal of the Guidelines for Canadian Recreational Water Quality is the protection of public health and safety. This …

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This guideline technical document evaluated the available information on managing risks in recreational areas with the intent of updating/recommending a …

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This document outlines guideline values and select strategies for managing health risks related to exposure to cyanobacteria (also known as …

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This document outlines the physical, aesthetic and chemical characteristics of the water and surrounding beach area that may affect their …

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This section provides guidance on other organisms that may affect the recreational value of natural waters by rendering them unsafe, …

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Carbon dioxide (CO2) is an odourless, colourless and non-flammable gas. Learn about sources of CO2, its health effects and how …

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Maintaining safe recreational waters requires a concerted effort from all of its stakeholders. From government at all levels, to local …

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