Pesticides

Pesticides Island Health

Island Health is often asked about the safety of pesticides used in homes, gardens or public places.

Pesticide Use and Human Health answers some of the most commonly asked questions about pesticide use and human health.

Tips for Reducing Pesticide Exposure in Your Home (HealthLinkBC)

Online Resources

Pest Fact Sheets

Health Canada Pest Management Regulatory Agency - Responsible Pesticide Use
General information on pest control measures for common household and garden pests.

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Pesticide Fact Sheets
An alphabetical list of pesticide fact sheets.

EXTOXNET - The Extension Toxicology Network - Pesticide Information Profiles
Information on PIPs.

News & Events

The forest in winter, trees covered by snow.

Winter wellness tips

As the mercury dips, the winter season can bring increased health risks due to cold temperatures, snowfall, flooding, and power outages. To help everyone stay healthy and safe over the season, Island Health is providing some wellness reminders.

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Nothing boiler plate about boiler removal at NRGH

Nothing boiler plate about boiler removal at NRGH

Boilers and asbestos removed from NRGH without any risk or impacts to patients, staff or the public.

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Heat warning

People urged to take precautions with heat warning issued for East Vancouver Island

Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning for East Vancouver Island.

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