Waskaganish Walk-in Clinic suspended from Monday, June 27 until further notice.

Due to COVID-19 and staff shortages, healthcare services may be operating at reduced capacity in your community.

The Covid-19 virus is still present in Eeyou Istchee. Make it a habit to follow precautions and get tested. Keep the circle of protection strong around our communities.

Keep your home safe from mould

How does mould affect your health?

Moulds can cause eye, nose and throat irritation, coughing and phlegm build-up, wheezing and allergic reactions.

What causes moulds?

Water leakage from a roof or plumbing leak, or flooding.
Steam or moisture in the air from baths/showers, cooking and wet laundry.
Condensation on windows due to cold outdoor temperatures and high indoor humidity.

Clean up small areas of mould yourself

Use a cloth and liquid detergent
Wear a mask, rubber gloves and safety glasses
Fix the source of dampness so the mould won’t grow back again

Get help for larger areas

Contact your Housing Department

Shower, toilet and sink in bathroom of house

Did you know?

Mould is most commonly found in damp areas like:

The basement
Under or behind stored items
In the bathroom, under the sink or around the bath/shower
On window sills or on gyproc walls near the window

Simple tips to keep your house free of moulds

Keep your air exchanger turned on for several hours a day – this will bring in fresh air from outside and get rid of stale air.
Turn on the bathroom fan for every shower or bath and keep it running for 30 minutes after.
Use your kitchen fan when you cook, and clean the fan regularly.
Buy a dehumidifier and keep it running in your basement all summer. Don’t forget to empty the water holder every couple of days.
Fix all water leaks quickly (within a couple of days).
Dry puddles and wet material within 24 to 48 hours using cloths and a fan.
Gyproc, carpets, wood or other materials that have been damp for a few days need to be thrown out and replaced. It only takes 48 to 72 hours for mould to start growing.