Question & Answer

NOHEIC promotes dialogue between the public and the scientific community through this “Question & Answer” page. Through its collaboration with university researchers in various fields, the observatory answers questions from the public in order to disseminate reliable scientific information, enhance understanding of the issues at hand, reduce misinformation, and support informed decision-making.

Submit a scientific question

Waiting for a response

  1. Can the biomonitoring report produced by Intrinsik and funded by Glencore in Rouyn-Noranda be considered independent research? (anonymous)
  2. Do large variations in atmospheric arsenic levels affect the level of health risk compared to constant levels? (Pierre Vincelette; question being drafted)

Other information

If you have general questions rather than scientific inquiries, you can contact the Government of Quebec by phone or email to obtain information.