Join the fight: Make BC pesticide free

The Canadian Cancer Society is very concerned about the use of cosmetic chemical pesticides, which can contain carcinogens, for the purposes of controlling unwanted weeds and plants on lawns and gardens (cosmetic use).

Cosmetic chemical pesticides have been linked to various cancers and children are at a greater risk. What’s more, these chemicals are unnecessary. Safe, effective, non-toxic alternatives exist and the use of these alternatives is good for business and can grow the green economy.  Integrated Pest Management (IPM), or the use of pesticides ‘as a last resort’ to deal with weeds and insects, should not be included in cosmetic pesticide legislation.
 
When it comes to cosmetic chemical pesticides, the Canadian Cancer Society endorses the precautionary principle and is calling on the BC government to ban the sale and use of cosmetic pesticides. 

The BC government is now consulting with the public on the use and sale of ‘cosmetic chemical’ pesticides.  Join the fight and tell the BC government it’s time for a ban. 

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