This report summarizes the series of reports on whether any substances other than lead pose a potential concern in the local environment at Trail. Phase 4 incorporated the most recent data and concluded risks were low. Actions to address residential soils with a focus on lead would further reduce risks from other smelter-related metals.
Human Health Risk Assessment Phase 4 Summary Report (2008) Read More »
Learn how the first few years of the transition from Trail Community Lead Task Force (TCLTF) to Trail Area Health & Environment Committee (THEC) went, as the THEC, Teck, Interior Health and City of Trail implemented the 2001 recommendations of the TCLTF.
Program Strategy Report (2004) Read More »
This 2001 report by (then) Medical Health Officer, Dr. Nelson Ames, assesses the human health risks from heavy metals in the Trail area. The report’s conclusions start on page 15. (There is no Executive Summary.)
Medical Health Officer Report (2001) Read More »
This report is an excellent resource for understanding the history of study and action on lead and other smelter-related metals in Trail, and the basis for the long-term recommendations that fostered the development of what is currently the Trail Area Health & Environment Program.
Trail Community Lead Task Force Final Report (2001) Read More »
This study, by the Epidemiology Section of BC Ministry of Health in 1994, examined rates of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and chronic renal disease (CRD) hospitalizations and deaths in Trail compared with the region. Findings showed Trail had lower rates of inflammatory bowel disease and similar rates of chronic renal disease compared to the Region.
Trail Area IBD and Chronic Renal Disease Study (1994) Read More »
This study by the Epidemiology Division of the BC Cancer agency concluded that cancer mortality data for 1956-1989 and cancer incidence data for 1983-1989 did not suggest that environmental contamination from smelter-related metals led to any increased risk of developing cancer during those timeframes.
Cancer Patterns in Trail and Area (1992) Read More »
This brochure provides information on how to keep your family healthy and safe as well as details on our Family Health Program.
Lead & Your Family’s Health Read More »
This brochure explains the importance of lead safe renovation and describes programs available to Do-It-Yourselfers, contractors and people hiring contractors. It also gives tips for doing lead-safe home renovations.
Lead Safe Renovation Brochure Read More »
Children are at the heart of the Trail Area Health & Environment Program’s work. Over the years, THEP’s mandate of preventing children’s exposure to lead has broadened to include a commitment to young children’s healthy development. Learn more!Â
THEP and Early Childhood Development Read More »
