Swim Drink Fish Blog
Read the latest updates and news releases about community science, water monitoring, Artists for Water, and more.
Take the water safety challenge this June
June means trips to the water to swim, kayak, paddle board, and more. This means it’s the perfect time to remind yourself how to stay safe on the water.
Our May Challenge winner is Ludiwine!
In May, Waterkeeper asked “why do you love water?” Thank you to the people who shared their great water stories.
We moved offices!
If you need to reach us during the move, please leave a voicemail message on our toll-free number: 1-855-506-2013.
Gord Downie, Edward Burtynsky help raise $500,000 for Lake Ontario Waterkeeper at RBC-sponsored art auction
The 2014 Waterkeeper Gala presented by RBC set a new fundraising record for the annual event, bringing in $500,000 to support Lake Ontario Waterkeeper’s work on water issues. The evening featured a lineup of powerful performances by Peter Mansbridge, Edward Burtynsky, Sarah Harmer, Albert Schultz, Scott Thompson, Atom Egoyan, Tanis Rideout, Naomi Snieckus and Matt Baram, Kevin Drew, Jian Ghomeshi, Andrea Nann, Leslie Feist, Wab Kinew, Gord Downie and The Sadies. The show was curated by gala co-host and longtime Waterkeeper supporter Gord Downie.
What does the head of the Cement Association of Canada think about water? Find out ...
Given Michael's enthusiasm for Waterkeeper friends, like the filmmakers behind Watermark, and his respect for the role that nonprofits can play in society, he seemed like a good candidate to answer an important question - why do you care about water? Watch the video to see his response (spoiler: it’s a good one).
What is the connection between a family-owned barge company and clean water? Take a look ...
Blair McKeil grew up spent much of his life on Lake Ontario - out on the water on ships, using the water, and getting to know it better than most people ever do. He taught us that water leaves its mark on everyone. Watch this LOW-produced video for the full story.
Federal Court nixes approval of new nuclear reactors
Press Release - Environmentalists are applauding a landmark Federal Court ruling that puts the brakes on building expensive and risky new nuclear reactors in Ontario.
May Challenge: Why do you love water?
Why do you love water? Share your answer with us in 120 characters and you could win a pair of tickets to see Jack Johnson in concert May 28, 2014 in Toronto at the Molson Canadian Amphitheatre.*
Our April Challenge Hero is Myron
Myron from Mississauga rose to the challenge. He was part of a team that planted 500 trees and shrubs at Spruce Park! Myron is our April Challenge hero.
RBC, Waterkeeper, and the swim drink fish movement
RBC was one of the first supporters of Waterkeeper’s Swim Drink Fish project. Their foundation’s support helped Lake Ontario Waterkeeper create the Swim Guide, one of the most popular nonprofit apps in North America.