Statement: Map of PFAS contamination in Canada highlights need for federal action. Statement by Canada’s Environmental Defence.
The widespread problem of “forever chemicals” in Canada is alarming and demands urgent federal action. These highly toxic chemicals are linked to serious health harms including cancers, immune system damage, and kidney and liver diseases.
Canada’s new Prime Minister, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, and Minister of Health need to turn off the tap on PFAS, including quickly eliminating these forever chemicals from consumer products. What’s more, hotspot communities need federal leadership and resources to protect human health, support municipal and household water treatment, and make PFAS producers responsible for the costs of dealing with their mess.
