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Environmental Health

Explore the importance of monitoring air and water quality, ensuring safe food practices...

Beaches

Natural bodies of water, such as beaches, are great to play, swim and cool off on a hot sunny day. Since it is a natural body of water, the…
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Blue-green Algae

Blue-green algae, also called cyanobacteria, are a type of microscopic bacteria that occur naturally in freshwater lakes, bays, ponds…
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Built Environment

Building better is about building complete and compact communities that meet the demand for more housing while considering the needs, health…
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Extreme Cold

Canadian winters can be severe. It’s important to learn how to prepare for cold conditions and to avoid the serious health effects of…
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Extreme Heat

Please visit the Guelph-Wellington Poverty Task Force website for a list of cooling spaces in the City of Guelph and in Wellington County…
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Flood Prevention and Recovery

Flooding can happen quickly and unexpectedly, but there are steps you can take to reduce its impact on your property, protect your loved…
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Outdoor Air Quality

Poor air quality can have negative health impacts, particularly on your heart and lungs, and may worsen many chronic diseases. Some people…
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The Smoke-Free Ontario Act

The Smoke Free Ontario Act (SFOA), 2017 protects people from harmful exposure to second-hand smoke in all enclosed public places, workplaces…
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