Understanding Mesothelioma Settlements Mesothelioma is an aggressive form of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. For decades, asbestos was used in Canadian industries such as construction, mining, shipbuilding, and manufacturing. Although asbestos has been banned, thousands of Canadians continue to face the consequences of exposure long after their working years. A diagnosis of mesothelioma comes with devastating health effects and …

Understanding Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure Mesothelioma is a rare but aggressive form of cancer caused almost exclusively by exposure to asbestos. In Canada, thousands of workers were historically exposed to asbestos in industries such as construction, shipbuilding, manufacturing, and mining. Despite regulations that limited and eventually banned asbestos, the effects of exposure often take decades to appear. Many Canadians are …

Understanding Occupational Asbestos Exposure For much of the twentieth century, asbestos was considered a miracle material. Its strength, heat resistance, and insulating properties made it popular across a wide range of industries. In Canada, asbestos was heavily used in construction, shipbuilding, mining, manufacturing, and automotive work. Unfortunately, exposure to asbestos fibres is now known to cause serious illnesses, including mesothelioma, …