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Ontario passes “swim drink fish” law to protect the Great Lakes
Ontario’s future is closely linked to the health of the Great Lakes. Those waterbodies feed our farms, quench our cities’ thirst, fuel industry, and form the backdrop for our social lives. So it was pretty exciting when Waterkeeper Mark Mattson stepped into the Ontario legislature on October 7, 2015 to witness the passage of the Great Lakes Protection Act.
Why I think Montreal’s sewage dump may be illegal
As an environmental lawyer, I know that major changes to the Fisheries Act in 2012, combined with special wastewater regulations that exempt sewage treatment plants from the standard rules, make these unchartered waters.
JOB OPPORTUNITY: Content Coordinator/ Webmaster (Contract)
Waterkeeper is seeking a content coordinator for a four-month contract to help complete and launch three exciting new website projects.
Waterkeeper Swim Guide and Audiobooks.com team up to help you plan a perfect day at the beach (Press Release)
Swim Guide and Audiobooks are proud to announce their new partnership, making it easier for you to plan a perfect day at the beach.
We told the Ontario Gov't to pass the Great Lakes Protection Act (and here's why)
Bill 66, the Great Lakes Protection Act, 2015 was re-introduced to legislation to help protect and restore the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin. On September 23, 2015, nine organizations, including Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, gave 5-minute presentations to the Standing Committee on General Government summarizing why they support the Act. This is Waterkeeper Mark Mattson's presentation.
Fed Gov’t labeling microbeads as “toxic”– A step in the right direction
Recently, the Canadian Government proposed a ban on microbeads in soaps and personal care products. At first, many of us thought this was a great win. But banning microbeads isn't as straightforward as some might think. Hannah looks closer at the situation and explains why there are concerns with the proposed ban.
Merci, Montreal. THIS is what a “Swim Drink Fish” nation looked like (for a day). (Updated)
Earlier this week, the City of Montreal said it would divert 8-billion litres of raw sewage into the mighty St. Lawrence River while repairing a sewer line. The sewage release was supposed to last about a week. Until the public got wind of the foul plan.
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