Swim Drink Fish Stories
Read the latest stories, updates and news releases about community science, water monitoring, and more.
Lake Ontario Waterkeeper’s Log: Lake Erie Reaches Bathtub Conditions
What do bathtub-like conditions mean for Lake Erie? Our Lake Ontario Waterkeeper, Gregary Ford, tells us in the newest Waterkeeper Log!
Blue Flag Beaches - The Symbol for Clean Beaches
Blue Flag beaches across the globe uphold the highest standards for the health and safety of our shared waters. Read this article to learn more about this accreditation and what it means for your beach adventures!
Water Stories: An exploration of human-water connectedness in Ontario and the implications for water sustainability
Tracey Ehl’s research delves into how Ontarians are connected to water and the profound implications for water sustainability.
Pride on the Water - Hanlan’s Point Beach and the History of 2SLGBTQIA+ Pride in Toronto
August 1st, 1971 - the 2SLGBTQIA+ PRIDE movement in Canada was born on Hanlan’s Point Beach, Toronto. Read this article to learn the history of this movement and how conservation and community are a powerful catalyst for change.
Jumping Into A Safe Summer Swim Season
Before we dive into the fun and games of summer, let's brush up on our water safety knowledge to ensure everyone in the water has a great time.
World Ocean Day Begins Upstream: Defending the Fraser River
Swim Drink Fish and the Fraser Riverkeeper believe that to protect the oceans, concerned community members, environmentalists, and conservationists, we must first look upstream to the world’s rivers.
The Ocean is Everything - Why World Oceans Day Matters More Than Ever
This World Oceans Day 2025 reminds us that the ocean isn't just a great vacation destination—it's keeping us alive.
Thank You for Supporting Artists for Water 2025
We are still buzzing from the incredible energy at our Artists for Water Gala, where 250 dedicated supporters gathered at the Toronto Regional Board of Trade - “The Quay.”
What’s With All the Dead Fish in Lake Ontario?
Over the last several weeks, we’ve gotten numerous messages with the same question: “What’s with all the dead fish?” This blog tells us about these fish and why you’ve noticed them a lot more recently.
