Residents of Manitoba can now rent radon detectors through their local libraries.  

Community members can borrow a digital radon detector from their local library just like they would any book and screen the radon levels in their homes. 

Download a digital version of the library information booklet here: Library Lending Program Booklet

Téléchargez une copie numérique du livret en français : French Version of Library Lending Booklet /  Version française du livret de prêt en bibliothèque

Health Canada Radon Testing Guidelines recommend that individuals test their homes for radon gas with a long-term 3-month kit. The library lending program provides patrons with an affordable option to screen their homes for radon gas. 

Below is a list of partner libraries where you can borrow a Digital Radon Detector: 

Note: Health Canada radon testing guidelines recommend testing with a long-term home radon test kit. 

Purchase a certified test kit and support the Manitoba Lung Association’s Lungs Matter Grant Program.

Find other C-NRPP (CANADIAN – NATIONAL RADON PROFICIENCY PROGRAM) approved long-term radon test kits through our partners at the Canadian Association of Radon Scientists and Technologists (CARST)