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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.
10 Cities in the World with the Best Swimming Structures for Urban Swimming
Let’s dive into 10 cities in the world with the best swimming structures for urban swimming! Image by Tianna Edwards.
The Swimmable Water Wave Across the Globe
Swim Drink Fish has been promoting swimmable waters as a strategy to protect fresh water for over 20 years. Through our advocacy work, we’ve learned that waters without swimmers are waters without protections.
The Ripple Effect: How Your Water Story Can Protect Our Water Future
In this edition of the Waterkeepers Log, Gregary Ford discusses the ripple effect and how sharing your Watermark can protect the waters you love.
Lake Ontario Waterkeeper’s Log: Spring Forward Into Clean Water
We’re excited to introduce “Lake Ontario Waterkeeper’s Log” a new series featuring the personal observations and insights of Gregary Ford, our Lake Ontario Waterkeeper.
Celebrating Women Making a Difference
Today, March 8th, 2025, we’re joining the global celebration of International Women’s Day! We’re highlighting four women making a huge impact in the water world because when women lead, we all benefit.
How do Wildfires Impact Drinking Water?
While the visible scars of wildfires include scorched landscapes and displaced communities, there are some consequences that go unnoticed—especially when it comes to water quality
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