SNC 1W1- Controversial Chemicals

Case Study #5

Lead

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Dollar store products commonly tested positive for toxic chemicals, analysis says | CBC NewsCanada needs more transparency and better enforcement to protect Canadians from unlimited exposure to toxic chemicals like lead and cadmium, an analysis from Environmental Defence said Wednesday.

Toxic metals found in some protein powders, report says. Should you be worried? - National | Globalnews.caSome protein powders, particularly plant-based and chocolate-flavoured varieties, have been found to contain heavy metals like lead and cadmium, according to a recent report.

Experts warn of high levels of chemicals in clothes by some fast-fashion retailers | CBC NewsA Marketplace investigation found that out of 38 samples of children’s, adult’s and maternity clothes and accessories, almost one in five items had elevated levels of chemicals — including lead, PFAS and phthalates — that experts found concerning.

Target Recalls 25,600 Units of Popular Baby Food Brand Over Lead ConcernsThe Good & Gather baby food product had an “elevated level of lead," according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Is Canada’s tap water safe? Thousands of test results show high lead levels across the country | Globalnews.caHundreds of thousands of Canadians could be consuming tap water laced with high levels of lead leaching from aging infrastructure and plumbing.

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