Archive for 2011
Canadian Red Cross Exec Ignites Controversy with Asbestos Industry Links
Business and personal relationships with links to the asbestos industry may lead the Canadian Red Cross Society to ask for the resignation of one of its Executive Board Members. Board Member Roshi Chandha hit the headlines earlier this month when anti-asbestos activists questioned the propriety of her serving with an organization known for its humanitarian work around the world.
Read MoreAsbestos, Vermiculite and Christmas Ornaments
Christmas is the time when people thrive on continuing family traditions. From Mom’s incredible gravy method to the star on the tree that’s been handed down for three generations, it’s a time to include the past in today’s celebrations. When it comes to those Christmas ornaments, however, there are a couple of things you should consider.
Read MoreDRDC Building to be Renovated Due to Mould, Asbestos
The construction standards of yesterday become the renovation problems of the present, and government structures are no exception. Ottawa’s Public Works Department is renovating a building used by the Defence Research and Development Canada after a worker complained of headaches and other health related issues.
Read MoreAsbestos Tile Removal Closes Toronto Fire Station
The recent closure of Fire Station 244 on Birchmount Avenue north of Sheppard caused understandable consternation among area residents. As the Fire Station’s neighbours found out, the closure comes in the wake of much needed renovations to the building, including the removal of asbestos floor tiles.
Read MoreCanadian Asbestos Production in the News
Canadian asbestos production and exportation continues to grab the headlines in two recent stories.
Read MoreVictims of Asbestos Protest Proposal to Reopen Quebec’s Jeffrey Mine
As the Quebec government considers a proposal to re-open the bankrupt Jeffrey asbestos mine by a group of investors – a deal that would involve $58 million in provincial loan guarantees – Ontario families of asbestos victims held a news conference in Toronto in early November. The group, mainly from the Sarnia area, related heartrending stories of the ravages of mesothelioma and the other lung problems engendered by exposure to asbestos.
Read MoreAsbestos in Vermiculite Insulation Evacuates Guelph Daycare Centre
The recent discovery of asbestos in the Willowdale Child Care and Learning Centre in Guelph led to the evacuation of children and employees. A staff member of the daycare discovered insulation at the bottom of the doorframe and subsequent testing proved the existence of asbestos in the vermiculite type insulation.
Read MoreGreenStream Environmental Asbestos Services Save the Day on Love It Or List It
Greenstream Environmental was in the media spotlight on Love It Or List It, a popular program on the W Network. On the recent episode, an older home was undergoing demolition procedures during a renovation, and asbestos was discovered in the plaster walls.
Read MoreB.C. Contractor Faces Jail Time Over Endangering Asbestos Removal Workers
An ongoing British Columbia criminal case underscores the need for proper training and equipment when dealing with asbestos abatement and remediation. The courts have issued an arrest warrant for a Vancouver man who has been accused of knowingly exposing his employees to asbestos without proper protection or training. According to news reports, the B.C. Court…
Read MorePopcorn Ceilings – the Hidden Asbestos Hazard
On top of proving hard to clean and nearly impossible to fix up or repair in the event of any damage, (in contrast with the original claims!) and giving a room a very dated look, popcorn ceilings also often contain a hidden hazard. Do you know what was commonly used to create that stippled texture until its use was banned? Asbestos!
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