Is Radon Dangerous in My Home?

If you’ve never heard of radon gas, you’re not alone — but it might be quietly affecting the health of your household.

Radon is an invisible, odourless, radioactive gas that comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil and rock. It can enter your home through cracks in the foundation, basement floors, or around pipes — and once inside, it can build up to dangerous levels without any warning signs.

Why It Matters in Regina

If you live in Regina, the risk is especially high. Studies have shown that up to 50% of homes in Regina exceed Health Canada’s safe radon level of 200 Bq/m³. In fact, some researchers have called Regina one of the most radon-exposed cities in the world.

This is not something you can guess at — even two houses next door to each other can have completely different radon levels. The only way to know if your home is safe is to test.

The Health Risk: Lung Cancer

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. It’s responsible for over 3,000 lung cancer deaths in Canada each year. The risk is even higher for smokers or former smokers living in high-radon environments.

Long-term exposure to high radon levels increases your chances of developing lung cancer — and because radon is undetectable without proper testing, it can be harming you or your family for years without you knowing.