INFORMATION RELEASE

The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) is participating in the national 100 Radon Test Kit Challenge, a Health Canada-funded initiative led by Take Action on Radon, a coalition of national health organizations including the Canadian Association of Radon Scientists and Technologists (CARST) and the Canadian Cancer Society.

“The RDOS is pleased to support the 100 Radon Test Kit Challenge to help bring attention to the health risks associated with radon exposure,” said Mark Pendergraft, RDOS chair. “By participating in this national initiative, we’re empowering residents to take simple, proactive steps to protect their health and contribute to a safer, healthier region.”

As part of this initiative, 200 free radon test kits will be distributed to residents in Electoral Areas “A”, “C”, “F”, and “H”, as well as the Town of Osoyoos and City of Penticton. The program aims to raise awareness about radon exposure and its link to lung cancer, particularly among non-smokers.

“Although Canadians are becoming more aware of radon and its link to lung cancer in non-smokers, we still see hesitancy before homeowners take steps to test and reduce their radon exposure,” said Pam Warkentin, executive director of CARST and project manager for Take Action on Radon. “Reducing radon exposure saves lives, and the 100 Test Kit Challenge is a great way for a community to come together and take action on radon.”

Registration details

• Registration is now open for the areas mentioned above
• No cost to participate
• Register online: https://form.jotform.com/252375556755266
• Participants can select their preferred pickup and drop-off location:
• Osoyoos Town Hall: 8707 Main Street, Osoyoos
• Oliver Town Hall (Finance Department): 6150 Main Street, Oliver
• Princeton Town Hall: 151 Vermilion Avenue, Princeton
• RDOS Main Office: 101 Martin Street, Penticton

Radon test kit distribution and collection dates

• Test kit pickup: October 28–31 and November 3, 2025
• Test kit return: February 17–20, 2026

A Radon Information Session will be hosted via Zoom on Monday, October 27, 2025, at 7:00 pm. The session will provide an overview of radon, its health impacts, and how to participate in the 100 Radon Test Kit Challenge.

• Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83510612967?pwd=Poab9KchBFZSfUbZZP49tP8aN7JeyV.1
• Webinar ID: 835 1061 2967
• Passcode: 447632

For further information, contact info@takeactiononradon.ca or RDOS Communications.

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Mark Pendergraft, Chair
Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen

Contact:

RDOS Communications
250-490-4148
Toll-free 1-877-610-3737