Radon gas in your home
Organization: Health Canada
Published: September 2022
Radon is the #1 cause of lung cancer in non-smokers.
TEST to find out if you have a dangerous level.
Step 1: Purchase
Purchase a long-term radon test online
Step 2: Test
Follow the instructions provided to properly place the test kit in your home.
After 3 months send your radon test kit to the lab to be analysed using the return packaging and instructions provided.
You will receive your result within a few weeks.
Are you interested in participating in future radon research? Email radonsurveys-enquetessurleradon@hc-sc.gc.ca
Step 3: Take Action
If your radon level is below 200Footnote *no action is required.
For radon levels above 200Footnote *, take action to reduce.
Contact radon@hc-sc.gc.ca or visit Canada.ca/radon.
Health professionals visit: radon.machealth.ca.
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