Is our water safe On August 17th, 2002 Weeneebayko General Hospital took river water samples along the shoreline of Moose Factory Island. The water samples analyzed contained several compounds that exceeded the Canadian Enviromental Quality Guidelines. Ten compounds in all, exceeded normal levels. This poses a serious risk to our health. The analysis detected high levels of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAH) which are CANCER causing substances. The reason these compounds are at such high levels can be scientifically linked to gas bleeding into our waters. This effects our entire community. Appropriate action needs to be taken to enable the provision of safe drinking water for our community. We the undersigned, are asking our leaders and community organizations to launch an investigation into the quality of our drinking water. Stringent testing must be done and the results made public so that we can be aware if there are serious dangers to our health and the well-being of our children, families, friends, community. Water is a basic need for life. It is the lifeblood that runs through all living things. We are entitled and should expect the quality of our water supply to be made a priority. In response to this petition we are asking that a public notice be made and regular updates to inform the community of which course of action will be taken to resolve this issue. For your support in this matter, Meegwetch.