Swim Drink Fish Stories
Read the latest stories, updates and news releases about community science, water monitoring, and more.
Water Stories: An exploration of human-water connectedness in Ontario and the implications for water sustainability
Tracey Ehl’s research delves into how Ontarians are connected to water and the profound implications for water sustainability.
Pride on the Water - Hanlan’s Point Beach and the History of 2SLGBTQIA+ Pride in Toronto
August 1st, 1971 - the 2SLGBTQIA+ PRIDE movement in Canada was born on Hanlan’s Point Beach, Toronto. Read this article to learn the history of this movement and how conservation and community are a powerful catalyst for change.
Jumping Into A Safe Summer Swim Season
Before we dive into the fun and games of summer, let's brush up on our water safety knowledge to ensure everyone in the water has a great time.
World Ocean Day Begins Upstream: Defending the Fraser River
Swim Drink Fish and the Fraser Riverkeeper believe that to protect the oceans, concerned community members, environmentalists, and conservationists, we must first look upstream to the world’s rivers.
The Ocean is Everything - Why World Oceans Day Matters More Than Ever
This World Oceans Day 2025 reminds us that the ocean isn't just a great vacation destination—it's keeping us alive.
Thank You for Supporting Artists for Water 2025
We are still buzzing from the incredible energy at our Artists for Water Gala, where 250 dedicated supporters gathered at the Toronto Regional Board of Trade - “The Quay.”
What’s With All the Dead Fish in Lake Ontario?
Over the last several weeks, we’ve gotten numerous messages with the same question: “What’s with all the dead fish?” This blog tells us about these fish and why you’ve noticed them a lot more recently.
Protecting Polluters, Unleashing a Deregulated Environment
Swim Drink Fish’s Response to Bill 5: Protecting Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act
Blue Flags awarded to 16 beaches and nine marinas in Canada for 2025, announces Swim Drink Fish
16 beaches and nine marinas have earned the prestigious Blue Flag award in Canada this year. Blue Flag is an international award given to beaches and marinas that meet high environmental, safety, and cleanliness standards. Swim Drink Fish has been the National Operator of the Blue Flag program in Canada since 2020.
