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About The Report: Canada’s export bank, Export Development Canada (EDC), already provides on average nearly fourteen billion dollars in support to oil and gas companies each year. Now the federal…
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About The Guide: This one page guide to common dangerous chemicals in your home is subtitled “Helping you avoid toxic chemicals”. Download the report (English) (Adobe Reader is required to read this pdf report. Please ensure you have the latest version.)
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About The Report: Because of their sheer scale, all Canadians are affected by the Tar Sands, no matter where they live. If you live downstream, your water is being polluted and your fish and wildlife may be dangerous to eat. If you live in Saskatchewan you are a victim of acid rain. If you live...
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About The Report: Bisphenol A, a hormone-disrupting chemical used in polycarbonate plastic, has been found to leach out of six major brands of popular baby bottles. Toxic Baby Bottles in Canada: Bisphenol A Leaching from Popular Brands of Polycarbonate Baby Bottles, commissioned by Environmental Defence, tested plastic baby bottles in the United States and Canada,...
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About The Report: A cocktail of harmful toxic chemicals has been detected in every person tested in a cross Canada study of pollution in people. Download the report (English) (Adobe Reader is required to read this pdf report. Please ensure you have the latest version.)
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About The Guide: Canadians are exposed to harmful chemicals everyday through commonly used products in their homes. Luckily, there are safe alternatives to many toxic products. Download and read through the toxic-free home checklist to find out how you can reduce your household’s exposure to harmful chemicals. Download the report (English) (Adobe Reader is required...
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