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Environmental Risk Assessments in Alberta

An Environmental Risk Assessment (ERA) is a scientific evaluation of the human and/or ecological health risks associated with contaminants of concern (COCs) present in soil and groundwater. Human and ecological “receptors” may be exposed to these COCs through multiple exposure pathways including ingestion/uptake of soil or water, inhalation of vapours, and direct contact with contaminated media. Receptor exposures are estimated, and risks quantified, using established models and toxicological data.

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Environmental Liabilities that every Property Owner Should Know About

Written by Valerie Ekelund, Senior Project Manager, Environmental Due Diligence & Remediation at Pinchin Ltd. & Dufferin Harper, Partner, Blakes, Cassels & Graydon LLP Take the Steps to Prevent a…

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