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Reflecting on Summer 2026
Swim Drink Fish summer staff reflect on their favourite moments and the things they learned this summer.
Mark Mattson Receives the Terry Backer Award
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Swim Drink Fish, we want to congratulate Mark Mattson on receiving the Terry Backer Award at this year’s Waterkeeper Alliance Annual Conference.
My Promise as Lake Ontario Waterkeeper
I wanted to use this opportunity to make a promise to you all. I pledge allegiance to the lake that is and always will be known as Lake Ontario. The very definition of shining, beautiful waters. Now and forever.
The Water, the Stars, the People
Can a single event bring together the land, the water, the stars, and us? Turns out, it can!
Jennifer, our Edmonton Water Monitoring Coordinator attended the Meteor Shower Watchparty on Saturday, August 15th, hosted by the Touch Grass Club!
All About Algae
Every year we get questions about algae, and its impact on local water quality. While all types of algae can imapct water quality, not all algae are created equal! Here we break down some of the common questions we get about algae and how to stay safe this summer.
The Reality of Aging Infrastructure
Over the weekend, St. Catharines, Ontario, was hit with over 140mm of rain in just 24 hours, leading to overwhelmed storm drains, flooded roads and basements, and the city declaring a state of emergency. This is the second major flooding event the city has experienced in less than a week, prompting many residents to wonder how so much damage can come from just a rainstorm.
The answer isn’t really about rain at all; it’s about the infrastructure below our feet.
Celebrating Lauren Brown Hornor
After nearly 20 years of dedicated service, we extend our heartfelt thanks to Lauren Brown Hornor for her remarkable contributions to Swim Drink Fish and Fraser Riverkeeper.
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