2024 Diesel Exhaust
français Diesel Exhaust What’s the concern? Diesel emissions are a known cause of lung cancer and are linked to asthma and other health problems. Children can be more vulnerable to harm from diesel emissions. Children can be exposed to diesel emissions in school and child care settings, on buses, in loading zones and adjacent playgrounds, […]
HELD 2024 Speakers Series – Session 3: Climate Change Impacts on Indoor Learning Environments and Children’s Health
Join this virtual event to learn about climate-related health risks impacting indoor environmental quality and children’s health and well-being. Speakers will address the health impacts of wildfire smoke on children’s health, protective measures to reduce wildfire smoke exposures, climate-related mental health impacts in Canada, as well as extreme heat within schools and child care settings, relevant policies and bylaws, and policy gaps relating to extreme heat.
2024 Mould and Dampness
français Mould and Dampness What’s the concern? Indoor exposure to mould and dampness can pose significant health risks, including exacerbation of asthma symptoms, development of asthma, bronchitis, respiratory infections, allergic rhinitis (runny nose, itchy eyes, sneezing), difficulty breathing, wheezing and coughing. Infants, children and those with respiratory conditions are at greater risk. Exposure in schools […]
2024 Chemicals in Products
français Chemicals in Products What’s the concern? Exposure to toxic chemicals in schools and child care settings can occur through the day to day use of various products. Examples include cleaning and disinfecting products, arts and crafts supplies, science supplies, products with fragrances, toys, furnishings and carpets. By choosing healthier, non-toxic alternatives and ensuring adequate […]
2024 Wildfire Smoke
français Wildfire Smoke What’s the concern? Wildfire events are increasing across Canada as the climate changes, resulting in more days with poor air quality. Wildfires emit harmful pollutants such as fine particulate matter (PM2.5) and volatile organic compounds, which can infiltrate into indoor environments. Breathing wildfire smoke is harmful to health, leading to respiratory issues […]