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What does PFAS stand for?
Perfluoroalkyl/ polyfluoroalkyl substances.
Why are PFAS sometimes called “forever chemicals”?
They don’t break down easily and can stay in the environment for thousands of years.
What province does Donnie Gallant live in?
Prince Edward Island (PEI).
What is the safe limit for PFAS in drinking water according to Health Canada?
No more than 30 nanograms per litre.
True or False: PFAS can only be found in water.
False — they’re also in soil, air, food, and everyday products.
Name two everyday products that may contain PFAS.
Cookware, firefighting foams, makeup, paper-based food packaging, uniforms, rain jackets, gloves (any two)
How many PFAS compounds are there in total (approximate)?
About 9,000.
Which two organs can PFAS harm according to Health Canada?
The liver and the thyroid gland.
What makes the carbon-fluorine bond in PFAS so strong?
It’s one of the strongest bonds in chemistry and almost impossible to break with heat, sunlight, or biological activity.
True or False: Babies can be born with PFAS already in their bodies.
True.
What happens when PFAS chemicals are flushed down drains?
They end up in oceans, lakes, rivers, and the food chain.
