When wildfires occur or increase in frequency, severity, and duration, they can create poor air quality conditions throughout our communities – including University of Regina campuses.

The Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) has been developed in partnership with Health Canada and provides daily forecasts for air quality levels and is measured on a scale from one to ten.  The University has adopted the Air Quality Health Index to assess air pollution in Regina and the impact it may have on our campus community and scheduled activities.

All members of the University community should consult the Air Quality Health Index in order to risk assess any outdoor activities, and to take steps to protect the health and safety of those involved in these outdoor activities.

How to Use the Air Quality Health Index

Follow these simple steps to use the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI)

STEP 1:   When planning personal or University hosted outdoor programs, activities, events, or research, use the "maximum forecast AQHI's" and corresponding health messages as a guide.

STEP 2:   Air quality affects each of us differently depending on your risk.  Use the Determine If You Are at Risk page to determine your level of risk.

STEP 3:   Follow the health advice given.

STEP 4:   Take action