Posts Tagged ‘Toronto’
Quebec Looks to Revive Canadian Asbestos Exportation
The Quebec government has stunned international markets with the news – announced over Canada day weekend – that it was following through with a whopping $58 million loan to Balcorp Ltd., the company which wants to reopen the giant Jeffrey Mine in Quebec’s Eastern Townships.
Read MoreAsbestos In Your Home
Asbestos was so widely incorporated in both residential and industrial construction at one time (largely from the 1930’s to 1970) that it was used in areas you may not be expecting. Here’s a look at some of the lesser known places you might find it in an older home.
Read MoreCanadian 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 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 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 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!
Read MoreAttack of the VATs: Removing vinyl asbestos tiles
Vinyl asbestos tiles are particularly dangerous because they’re easily mishandled. If the threat they pose isn’t respected during asbestos removal, they can release deadly fibres into the air.
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