Editor’s note: Nickel Belt MPP France Gélinas originally sent this letter to the province’s chief medical officer of health, Dr. Arlene King.

I am writing to request your guidance on an important public health issue. I have heard from many parents who are increasingly alarmed by the symptoms experienced by their children who are exposed, for extensive periods of time, to microwave radiation from wireless technology present in their schools.

There are so many cases of anecdotal evidence from school aged children complaining about headaches, loss of balance, problems with fine motor skills and other neurological effects after their school becomes Wi-Fi, that I believe it warrants further investigation.

Specifically, I am asking for the expertise and resources available through your office to complete a literary review of the scientific evidence of the health and biological effects from widespread Wi-Fi exposure.

As well, I would like your office to give clear public health guidelines for exposure to Wi-Fi technology for different age groups, including school aged children.

I believe your review of this important and timely public health issue will go a long way in helping to clarify and inform parents and public administrators who have serious concerns. I look forward to your response without delay.

France Gélinas
Nickel Belt MPP