northern Quebec

New research links ADHD diagnosis with childhood mercury, lead exposure

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Canada’s Inuit population in Quebec has among the highest levels of exposure to mercury and lead as any population around the world. Scientists have been studying their children since this became known and recently concluded that children with higher levels of contamination are more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD.

Canada emerging as a nearby energy giant

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Oil extraction near Drayton Valley, Alberta.

Canada: The Emerging Energy Superpower to the North

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Massive Canadian Hydroelectric Plan in Danger