Formalize the proposed 'participatory tissue sampling program' into a scientifically rigorous, statistically valid monitoring campaign that does not rely solely on voluntary submissions.
Strategic Rationale
"The Proponent proposes a 'participatory tissue sampling program' to collect data on fish, game, and plants. While community engagement is positive, relying on voluntary submissions creates data gaps and selection bias. For Melgund residents who rely on these foods for subsistence and health, the assessment requires a defensible scientific methodology (systematic sampling) to ensure that 'safe consumption' conclusions are based on comprehensive data, not just what was voluntarily provided. This ensures the health risk assessment is robust enough to protect the community."
Source Context
Understanding the Impacts of Nuclear Waste on our Community
This digital archive houses the public comments submitted to the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada regarding Project 88774: The Nuclear Waste Management Organization Deep Geological Repository (DGR) for Canada's Used Nuclear Fuel Project. The impact assessment is led jointly by the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada and the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. This archive preserves community perspectives, concerns, and observations shared during the assessment process, particularly in relation to Melgund Township, Northwestern Ontario and the communities of Dyment and Borups Corners who are the closest and most impacted of all in the process.