Outdoor Air

Evidence gathered over the last ten years has increased Health Canada's concerns about the health effects of air pollutants. Although some hazardous contaminants in the air, such as lead, have declined recently, others that remain are becoming problematic. As the human health effects of poor air quality are far reaching, Health Canada has a multi-pronged approach to improving outdoor air.

What Information is Available

In this section you will find information on Health Canada's current initiatives and plans to improve outdoor air quality. You have access to workshop summaries, publications and a wide-ranging FAQ page where you can also read about the chemical make-up of air.

This section also includes specific information on health effects, pollutants and risk assessment. Environmental professionals and scientists will be able to read about current research

•  Air Quality Health Index
• Canada-United States Border Air Quality Strategy
• Canada-United States Border Air Quality Strategy: Georgia Basin Puget Sound International Airshed Strategy
• Canada-United States Border Air Quality Strategy: Great Lakes Basin Airshed Management Framework
• Chemicals and Your Health
• Regulations Related To Health And Air Quality