Archives For: 2016
Assessing the carcinogenic potential of low dose exposures to chemical mixtures in the environment: the challenge ahead
Goodson III WH et al. Carcinogenesis 2015;36(Suppl 1):S254-S296.
Estimating Population Level Exposure
Demers PA. Annals of Occupational Hygiene 2016;60(1):5-7.
Shiftwork, breast cancer and health: interventions to reduce the risks
An Ontario Cancer Fact describing the health effects of shiftwork and interventions that may help minimize the risks.
Canada ‘moving forward’ on asbestos ban, Justin Trudeau says
On May 10, 2016, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that the government has made a commitment to move forward on an asbestos ban in Canada.
Momentum grows for a national ban on asbestos
On April 28th, the Day of Mourning, many groups across the country called on the government to introduce a total ban on asbestos in Canada.
National Day of Mourning
Each year on April 28th, Canadians honour the thousands of workers who have been killed, injured or suffered illnesses as a result of occupational incidents and exposures.
Asbestos banned in new construction, renovations of federal buildings
Public Services and Procurement Canada has banned the use of asbestos in construction and renovation of federal buildings under its jurisdiction.
OCRC Report: Preventing the Burden of Occupational Cancer in Canada: Stakeholder Meeting Summary
This report highlights major themes that arose from discussions at the November 5, 2015 stakeholder meeting on “Preventing the Burden of Occupational Cancer in Canada.”
Pressure mounts on Ottawa to join wide ban on asbestos
Article by Tavia Grant, The Globe and Mail
Sun Safety at Work Canada
Enhancing sun safety in Canadian workplaces
