Indoor Air Quality!

2/10/2023

When I found out that COVID-19 spreads through the air, I got interested in IAQ (Indoor Air Quality). Turns out that air filters and ventilation can help to stop the spread of airborne particles - not just COVID, but all sorts of stuff you'd probably rather not breathe in (forest fire smoke, for example). I am not an expert in this subject, though, so I listened to a 2022 online talk by IAQ expert Joey Fox, and took some notes:

Learning about IAQ led to me getting curious about indoor air quality at schools, which are high points of transmission for airborne illness. I've written a few letters in the form of comics to my local school board here in Calgary (the Calgary Board of Education) asking what is being done about this. If you're interested in that, skip ahead to the long comic strip letter I presented at a January 2023 school council meeting. Otherwise, just scroll down through my most recent blog posts, which provide a bit more context about this subject, before getting to the letter.

The Calgary Board of Education has yet to provide more than just stock answers and form letters to the many families who have been asking about improvements to Indoor Air Quality measures in schools. Stay tuned for more on this subject, as we continue to advocate for conditions that will keep staff and students as healthy as possible!

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4/30/2024 04:39:19 am

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8/15/2024 06:31:12 am

It’s great to see such an emphasis on maintaining a healthy indoor environment. Thanks for sharing this valuable information!

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8/16/2024 03:06:41 am

The advice is straightforward and actionable—great for anyone looking to create a healthier living space.

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10/15/2024 07:49:57 am

Thanks for highlighting the importance of indoor air quality! It's often overlooked, but so vital for our health. I appreciated the tips on improving it—definitely planning to implement some changes!

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10/18/2024 08:26:30 am

Indoor air quality is crucial for health and comfort. Improve it by using air purifiers, maintaining HVAC systems, ensuring proper ventilation, and regularly changing filters to reduce allergens and pollutants.

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10/19/2024 09:20:26 am

Indoor air quality is vital for health and comfort. To improve it, use air purifiers, maintain HVAC systems, ensure proper ventilation, and regularly change filters to reduce allergens and pollutants.

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10/21/2024 08:59:05 am

Indoor air quality is so important for health and comfort! Regularly changing filters and using air purifiers can make a big difference. Any other tips for improving air quality at home?

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12/6/2024 10:04:38 am

We often overlook indoor air quality, but it's just as important as outdoor air. Factors like mold, dust, and chemicals from cleaning products can negatively affect our health. By using natural cleaning products, ensuring proper airflow, and regularly cleaning HVAC systems, we can create healthier indoor environments for ourselves and our families.

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12/12/2024 01:41:36 am

Great tips on improving indoor air quality—practical and easy to implement!

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12/29/2024 08:35:04 am

Indoor air quality plays a significant role in health and comfort, especially during colder months. How do you ensure clean air in your living spaces?

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7/12/2025 07:50:31 am

This is such an important issue, and I love that you’re using comics to bring attention to it! IAQ in schools is often overlooked, yet it can have such a big impact on the health and well-being of students and staff. It's frustrating that the Calgary Board of Education is only offering stock answers. I’ll be sure to check out your other posts for more context on this. Thanks for sharing!

Thomas John link

7/28/2025 02:18:24 am

It’s surprising how overlooked IAQ still is in schools, even after what we’ve learned from the pandemic. Your comic approach makes the message so accessible!
Best,
Thomas,
Found of https://iaqanswers.com/

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10/6/2025 10:39:07 am

Great post! Indoor air quality is so important for health and comfort. This blog highlights key ways to improve air quality and create a safer, fresher home environment. Very useful tips!

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