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Read the latest stories, updates and news releases about community science, water monitoring, and more.
Microplastics sampling with biologist Lisa Erdle and Toronto Brigantine Inc.
A microplastics monitoring program officially launched for Toronto and the Great Lakes. We had the honour of going on the program’s first official sample sail. Take a look at what we found.
The Swim Meet: Reflections on meeting Marilyn Bell
As Lake Ontario's Waterkeeper, some days can be quite challenging for Mark Mattson. But after meeting Marilyn Bell and her "Swim Team," Mark is more confidant and more inspired than ever.
Healthy Parks, Healthy People: The benefits of connecting Canadians with nature
Spending even just a bit of time outside – in a forest, by a creek, on a mountain, in a city park – does a world of good for our mental, physical, and social well-being. The more you nurture your relationship with nature, the greater the benefits to your health. Tomorrow Friday, July 17th, you can visit any Ontario Provincial Park for free.
Ask Joseph Boyden and Edward Burtynsky what it means to be a water leader
Joseph Boyden and Edward Burtynsky are fantastic speakers. But what is it about them that enables them to captivate and inspire their audience? After a busy month on the road, Waterkeeper Mark Mattson confirms what he believes make great water leaders.
Tanis Rideout welcomes Marilyn Bell back to Lake Ontario
Poet-Laureate, Tanis Rideout, helps us express our deep affection for the return of one of Lake Ontario's greatest Ambassadors.
Welcome to Lake Ontario
The Pan Am Games. 41 Countries. 51 Sports. 7500 Athletes. 32 Venues. All scattered around 1 Great Lake. Athlete or spectator, Waterkeeper Mark Mattson welcomes each one of you to Lake Ontario.
Climate change, extreme weather are Great Lakes issues
Though the media reports don’t connect the Climate Summit to the lake next door, they are related. As goes our climate change and adaptation strategies, so goes Lake Ontario.
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