Water in the News

Health Canada report shows bottled water is safe for all consumers

Health Canada
Richmond Hill - Health Canada has released the results of their latest study on Bisphenol A (BPA), which reaffirms bottled water products are safe for infants, seniors and all other consumers.
(Posted July 9, 2009)

Survey of Bisphenol A in Bottled Water Products

Heath Canada
The contribution of BPA levels in bottled water to the overall exposure is negligible for the general population, and the consumption of water from PC carboys does not pose a safety concern.
(Posted July , 2009)

Polycarbonate water cooler bottles are safe for use

CBWA
Richmond Hill - The Canadian Bottled Water Association (CBWA), supports the findings of Health Canada and the Minister of Health Tony Clement that polycarbonate water bottles are safe for use, CBWA Executive Director, Elizabeth Griswold said today.
(Posted April 18, 2008)

Questions and Answers for Action on Bisphenol A under the Chemicals Management Plan

Government of Canada Chemical Substances
Q: Should I be concerned about reusable plastic water bottles, tableware and food containers?
A: No. Studies indicate that migration of bisphenol A into liquids is minimal at room temperature and you should not be concerned about using these products.
(Last updated April, 18 2008)

IBWA: no hazard in warm bottled water

(Posted June, 19 2007)

To offset fluoride in houseplants, use bottled water occasionally

Columbus Dispatch - Columbus,OH,USA
Q: Which houseplants are sensitive to fluoride from city water? I have a few plants with brown leaf tips and perhaps need to water them with bottled water...
(Posted Dec, 24 2006)

Review bursts oxygen water performance link

By Chris Mercer
(Posted Oct, 5 2006)