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How to Test for Radon Gas in Your Home

by Radiation Safety Institute of Canada | Feb 28, 2022 | Uncategorized

Testing is simple You can either purchase a do-it-yourself test kit or contact a certified Radon Measurement Professional to come and do it for you. Do-it-yourself kits are user-friendly and inexpensive. Unless you have specific constraints or reasons for engaging a...

Why should you test your home for radon in the winter

by Radiation Safety Institute of Canada | Feb 25, 2022 | Uncategorized

While working from home during these winter months why not test your home’s radon gas levels? Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer amongst non-smokers in Canada, and the second leading cause of lung cancer overall. With the onset of the pandemic many people...

National Day of Mourning, April 28, 2021

by Radiation Safety Institute of Canada | Apr 28, 2021 | Uncategorized

TODAY IS OUR NATIONAL DAY OF MOURNING It is April 28th, the National Day of Mourning, when we take a moment to remember those who have lost their lives or suffered an injury or illness at work. One year into this global pandemic, health and safety is top of mind for...

Frank Saunders (April 4, 1954 – July 3, 2020)

by Radiation Safety Institute of Canada | Jul 7, 2020 | Uncategorized

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frank Saunders, a trusted and valued member of the Radiation Safety Institute of Canada. Frank joined the Institute’s Board of Directors in 2008 where his commitment and knowledge played a pivotal role in the...

RSIC Supporting COVID-19 Response

by Radiation Safety Institute of Canada | May 19, 2020 | Blog

For over four decades we have been assisting Canadians with radiation safety advice. In these unprecedented times, as a Canadian not-for-profit organization, we wanted to do more. We are proud to share with you that in an effort to help families who are struggling to...