Asbestos was used in building materials until it was discovered that inhalation of fibres could cause cancers.

That means not only will we have a safer place but we’ll be one step closer to realizing the transformation of our community ...

CBC News has learned a federal government department has banned asbestos use in new construction and renovation projects at buildings it operates — the new policy took effect on April 1.

Asbestos-free, made-in-Canada substitutes are available in the brake pads market. Imports of asbestos-containing products rose to a six-year high of $8.3-million last year.

Up until the 1990s, buildings in Canada were often constructed with asbestos containing materials — including ductwork, concrete, insulation, ceiling and floor materials.

Williamsport High School students will start the new school year learning virtually from home — a scenario that could last ...

Martin wants registry of asbestos buildings Says workers should be able to access list of federal edifices By: Mia Rabson Posted: 3:00 AM CDT Wednesday, Mar. 11, 2015 ...

The National Capital Region, which includes 458 federal buildings and offices in Gatineau and Ottawa, has the largest concentration both of Crown-owned buildings and buildings that contain asbestos.

Plans to restore former office buildings in Bicester Motion which date back almost 100 years have been submitted.

Among its findings: dozens of reports of elevated asbestos readings, including some that were 10 to 1,000 times those reported in similar U.S. buildings, along with high readings in some schools.

Lt Col Harvey didn't think life could get any worse after losing Jacqueline in 2022 after 50 years of marriage. He'd never ...

On top of those, the Parliamentary precinct has another 71 buildings, 44 per cent of which have asbestos. They include such prominent landmarks as the old U.S. Embassy, Langevin Block, East Block ...