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 100 Radon Test Kit Challenge is an opportunity for residents to learn more about an invisible health risk that can affect any home,” said Campbell Watt, RDOS vice-chair. “The RDOS is proud to support this initiative and encourage people to take a simple step that can provide peace of mind, protect their families, and help build a healthier community.”

As part of this initiative, 400 free radon test kits will be distributed to residents in Electoral Areas “B”, “D”, “E”, “G”, and “I”. 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 following areas:
• Electoral Area “B” – Cawston
• Electoral Area “D” – Skaha East / Okanagan Falls
• Electoral Area “E” – Naramata / Falconridge / Indian Rock
• Electoral Area “G” – Olalla / Keremeos Rural / Hedley
• Electoral Area “I” – Skaha West / Kaleden / Apex
• No cost to participate
• Register online: https://form.jotform.com/262425006174248
• Participants can select their preferred pickup and drop-off location:
• RDOS Corporate Office: 101 Martin Street, Penticton
• RDOS Community Office: 1109 Willow Street, Okanagan Falls
• RDOS Similkameen Recreation Centre: 311 9th St, Keremeos

Radon test kit distribution and collection dates

• Test kit pickup: Tuesday, October 27 to Friday, October 30, 2026
• Test kit return: Tuesday, February 16 to Friday, February 19, 2027

A Radon Information Session will be hosted via Zoom on Monday, October 26, 2026, at 7:00 pm. The session will provide an overview of radon, its health impacts, and details on the 100 Radon Test Kit Challenge.

• Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83554399126?pwd=doE9xQEsHRvcBZWbvHPA3KZC6EuuDl.1 
• Webinar ID: 835 5439 9126
• Passcode: 028289

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

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Campbell Watt, Vice-chair
Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen

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