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Read the latest stories, updates and news releases about community science, water monitoring, and more.
When I see sewage pollution: A plea to all who love the lake
The sight of sewage debris in any waterbody is disturbing. And despite the dry weather, Waterkeeper is still finding sewage debris. So if you're one of the thousands who visit the shoreline, we're hoping you can help be our eyes on the water. Here's why.
The difference heavy rain can make in Toronto’s inner harbour
We know that rain can have an effect on water quality. This is particularly relevant to recreational water users and why we believe monitoring Toronto’s inner harbour is so important. As we are in the midst of our water sampling effort, we only have lab results from our first water sampling excursion. But after last night's heavy rain, we can draw some comparisons to provide perspective.
Culture clash on the Toronto waterfront
The news about Mark coming across a 2km stretch of floating sewage debris has caught a lot of attention as of late. A lot of you have expressed shock and disgust. And if you're finding out about this for the first time, yes – it is as gross as it seems. But with all of the attention this story has received, we have yet to tell it from our point of view. Which is why Krystyn gathered all of the details here.
30 Reasons Why Torontonians Need Wet Weather Advisories Now
This summer, the Ontario government decided that the City of Toronto must alert the public when there are wet weather water quality concerns. But three months have passed and Toronto residents still don’t receive wet weather advisories. To highlight the importance of these alerts, we’re bringing you a new reason for every day in November – so check back often!
Sampling Toronto's waste ridden waters: The Keating Channel
This summer, Waterkeeper collected water samples with award-winning documentary duo, the Water Brothers. With the water coming from one of Toronto's most contaminated areas, the results were shocking – even to us.
We answer your questions about Toronto's brown waterfront
Our phone has been ringing off the hook with questions about Toronto's waterfront - specifically, what's going on with the brown water. Here's some basic information to help you understand what's happening. (Spoiler alert: it's sewage).
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