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Canada Testing Labs – Asbestos, Mold, Silica, CBP

Category Press Release
Publish Date 10/17/2026
Author Joe Frasca
Title Canada's Leading Asbestos Testing Laboratory
Introduction 5 Lab Locations across Quebec, Ontario, British Columbia and Alberta

Canada Testing Labs – Environmental, Asbestos, Mold & Industrial Hygiene Testing

EMSL Analytical – Professional Laboratory Testing Services Across Canada

Looking for reliable testing labs in Canada? EMSL Analytical provides professional laboratory testing services through five Canadian locations serving Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and Quebec.

With Canadian laboratories in Mississauga (Toronto), Vancouver (Burnaby), Calgary, Montreal, and Ottawa, EMSL Canada supports environmental consultants, industrial hygienists, asbestos abatement contractors, restoration companies, construction professionals, property managers, government agencies, and businesses requiring analytical laboratory services.

Our Canadian laboratories specialize in asbestos and mould testing, with additional analytical capabilities available through selected locations and EMSL's broader laboratory network.

Whether you need asbestos analysis for a renovation project, mould testing following water damage, or industrial hygiene testing for occupational exposure assessments, EMSL Analytical can help you identify the appropriate laboratory services.

EMSL Canada Testing Laboratory Locations

EMSL Analytical operates five laboratory locations across Canada, providing convenient access to professional environmental and analytical testing services.

Mississauga, Ontario – Toronto Testing Laboratory

EMSL Canada – Mississauga / Toronto

2756 Slough Street
Mississauga, Ontario L4T 1G3
Phone: 289-997-4602

Our Mississauga laboratory serves Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), including Brampton, Oakville, Burlington, Hamilton, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, and surrounding communities.

Laboratory testing services include:

  • Asbestos testing and analysis

  • Mould testing and identification

  • Industrial hygiene testing

  • Silica analysis

  • Lead and metals testing

  • Organic chemical analysis

  • Radon testing

EMSL's Mississauga laboratory provides analytical services for commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential environmental testing projects.

Vancouver, British Columbia – Environmental Testing Laboratory

EMSL Canada – Vancouver / Burnaby

7964 Winston Street, Suite 200
Burnaby, British Columbia V5A 2H5
Phone: 604-757-3158

Our Vancouver-area laboratory serves Burnaby, Richmond, Surrey, Coquitlam, New Westminster, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Delta, Langley, and communities throughout British Columbia.

Laboratory testing services include:

  • Asbestos testing

  • Mould testing

  • Building material analysis

  • Environmental sample analysis

EMSL supports environmental consultants, renovation contractors, asbestos abatement professionals, restoration companies, and property managers throughout Metro Vancouver and British Columbia.

Calgary, Alberta – Asbestos, Lead & Mould Testing

EMSL Canada – Calgary

416 Meridian Road Southeast, Building C
Calgary, Alberta T2A 1X2
Phone: 403-879-1149

Our Calgary laboratory provides testing services for customers throughout Calgary, Airdrie, Chestermere, Okotoks, Cochrane, Red Deer, Edmonton, and other Alberta communities.

Laboratory testing services include:

  • Asbestos testing

  • Mould testing

  • Lead testing

  • Building material analysis

EMSL supports asbestos abatement contractors, construction companies, environmental consultants, restoration professionals, and industrial customers requiring laboratory analysis.

Montreal, Quebec – Asbestos & Mould Testing Laboratory

EMSL Canada – Montreal / Saint-Laurent

Montreal, Quebec

Phone: 438-338-9142

Our Montreal-area laboratory serves Saint-Laurent, Laval, Longueuil, Brossard, West Island, Terrebonne, and other communities throughout Quebec.

Laboratory testing services include:

  • Asbestos testing

  • Mould testing

  • Environmental building material analysis

EMSL provides analytical testing support for environmental consultants, asbestos remediation contractors, building owners, restoration companies, and industrial clients throughout Quebec.

Ottawa, Ontario – Environmental Testing Laboratory

EMSL Canada – Ottawa

22 Antares Drive, Suite 102
Ottawa, Ontario K2E 7Z6
Phone: 343-882-6076

Our Ottawa laboratory serves Ottawa, Kanata, Nepean, Orleans, Gloucester, Barrhaven, Gatineau, and surrounding communities throughout Eastern Ontario and the National Capital Region.

Laboratory testing services include:

  • Asbestos testing

  • Mould testing

  • Building material analysis

  • Environmental laboratory analysis

EMSL supports government facilities, commercial property managers, environmental consultants, contractors, and residential customers requiring professional analytical services.

Laboratory Testing Services Available in Canada

Asbestos Testing and Analysis

EMSL Analytical provides asbestos laboratory testing to help identify asbestos-containing materials in residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional buildings.

Common asbestos samples include drywall joint compound, ceiling materials, floor tiles, insulation, roofing materials, textured coatings, cement products, and other suspect building materials.

Analytical methods may include polarized light microscopy (PLM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM), depending on the sample, project requirements, and laboratory capabilities.

Mould Testing and Identification

EMSL Canada offers mould testing services for investigations involving moisture intrusion, water damage, indoor air quality concerns, and building contamination.

Common sample types include air samples, surface swabs, tape lifts, bulk materials, and other environmental samples.

Mould testing can assist environmental professionals in identifying fungal contamination and evaluating conditions before and after remediation.

Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Exposure Testing

EMSL's analytical network supports industrial hygiene professionals evaluating potential workplace exposures.

Available services through designated laboratories may include:

  • Respirable crystalline silica analysis

  • Airborne metals testing

  • Lead exposure analysis

  • Organic chemical analysis

  • Occupational air sampling analysis

  • Particulate and dust testing

Contact EMSL to confirm the appropriate laboratory, sample collection requirements, analytical methods, and availability.

Lead and Metals Testing

EMSL offers lead and metals testing for selected environmental and industrial hygiene applications.

Testing may support investigations involving building materials, occupational exposure, and environmental contamination.

Indoor Air Quality and Environmental Testing

EMSL supports environmental investigations involving suspected airborne contaminants, building materials, mould, dust, and other substances.

Additional analytical capabilities may be available through EMSL's North American laboratory network. Contact the nearest Canadian laboratory to confirm available testing methods.

Why Choose EMSL Analytical for Laboratory Testing in Canada?

Five Canadian laboratory locations: Convenient access to testing services in Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and Quebec.

Extensive laboratory experience: EMSL Analytical has provided laboratory testing services since 1981.

Specialized analytical services: Laboratory capabilities include asbestos, mould, industrial hygiene, and other environmental testing applications.

Professional technical support: EMSL personnel can assist customers with analytical method selection, sample submission requirements, and laboratory testing questions.

North American laboratory network: EMSL's Canadian laboratories are supported by a larger network of specialized analytical laboratories.

Accreditation and quality: EMSL maintains laboratory accreditations for applicable methods and locations. Customers should verify the current accreditation scope for the specific testing requested.

Industries Served by EMSL Canada

EMSL Analytical serves a wide range of industries and professionals throughout Canada, including:

  • Environmental consulting companies

  • Industrial hygiene professionals

  • Asbestos abatement contractors

  • Mould remediation and restoration companies

  • Construction and demolition contractors

  • Commercial property management companies

  • Home inspection professionals

  • Engineering and architectural firms

  • Government and municipal agencies

  • Educational institutions

  • Healthcare facilities

  • Manufacturing and industrial facilities

  • Residential and commercial property owners

Frequently Asked Questions About Testing Labs in Canada

Where can I find an asbestos testing laboratory in Canada?

EMSL Analytical maintains Canadian laboratory locations in Mississauga, Vancouver/Burnaby, Calgary, Montreal, and Ottawa. Contact your nearest laboratory for asbestos testing services and sample submission information.

Does EMSL provide mould testing in Canada?

Yes. EMSL Canada's laboratory network provides mould testing and identification services for environmental consultants, restoration contractors, property managers, and other customers.

Where is EMSL's Toronto testing laboratory located?

EMSL Canada's Toronto-area laboratory is located at 2756 Slough Street, Mississauga, Ontario L4T 1G3.

Does EMSL offer laboratory testing in British Columbia?

Yes. EMSL operates a Vancouver-area laboratory in Burnaby, British Columbia, serving customers throughout Metro Vancouver and surrounding communities.

Does EMSL offer testing services in Alberta?

Yes. EMSL operates a Calgary laboratory providing asbestos, mould, and lead testing services.

Can customers submit environmental samples to EMSL Canada?

Yes. Customers should contact their nearest EMSL laboratory for sample submission instructions, accepted sample types, analytical methods, and turnaround options.

Are EMSL Canada laboratories accredited?

EMSL maintains accreditations for applicable laboratory locations and analytical methods. Accreditation status and testing scopes vary by laboratory and should be confirmed before submitting samples.

Contact EMSL Canada – Find a Testing Lab Near You

Need professional environmental laboratory testing in Canada?

Contact EMSL Analytical to discuss asbestos testing, mould testing, industrial hygiene analysis, and other available analytical services.

Canadian Laboratory Locations:

  • Mississauga, Ontario – 289-997-4602

  • Vancouver / Burnaby, British Columbia – 604-757-3158

  • Calgary, Alberta – 403-879-1149

  • Montreal, Quebec – 438-338-9142

  • Ottawa, Ontario – 343-882-6076

Visit www.EMSL.com to find your nearest laboratory, request testing information, or learn more about EMSL's environmental analytical services.  Email us at [email protected] 

EMSL Analytical – Laboratory Testing Services Since 1981.

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