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More than a century of cooperation protecting #SharedWaters in Canada & United States. Official account of International Joint Commission. Likes, reposts ≠ endorsement http://ijc.org/
This week, IJC GLRO Director Heather Stirratt provided the @glcommission.bsky.social with an overview of the IJC's work—dating back to 2015—advising Canadian and US governments on actions to monitor and prevent #GreatLakes #microplastics pollution.
March 6, 2025 at 8:05 PM
This week, IJC GLRO Director Heather Stirratt provided the @glcommission.bsky.social with an overview of the IJC's work—dating back to 2015—advising Canadian and US governments on actions to monitor and prevent #GreatLakes #microplastics pollution.
*This week and next - International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee -
Virtual pre-spring information session on Tuesday, March 4: www.ijc.org/en/rlwwb/int...
Public meeting on Tuesday, March 11 in International Falls, Minnesota:
www.ijc.org/en/rlwwb/int...
Virtual pre-spring information session on Tuesday, March 4: www.ijc.org/en/rlwwb/int...
Public meeting on Tuesday, March 11 in International Falls, Minnesota:
www.ijc.org/en/rlwwb/int...
March 3, 2025 at 2:37 PM
*This week and next - International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee -
Virtual pre-spring information session on Tuesday, March 4: www.ijc.org/en/rlwwb/int...
Public meeting on Tuesday, March 11 in International Falls, Minnesota:
www.ijc.org/en/rlwwb/int...
Virtual pre-spring information session on Tuesday, March 4: www.ijc.org/en/rlwwb/int...
Public meeting on Tuesday, March 11 in International Falls, Minnesota:
www.ijc.org/en/rlwwb/int...
Great Lakes Water Levels Boards – Winter Update 2024-2025
https://ijc.org/en/great-lakes-water-levels-boards-winter-update-2024-2025
https://ijc.org/en/great-lakes-water-levels-boards-winter-update-2024-2025
February 26, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Great Lakes Water Levels Boards – Winter Update 2024-2025
https://ijc.org/en/great-lakes-water-levels-boards-winter-update-2024-2025
https://ijc.org/en/great-lakes-water-levels-boards-winter-update-2024-2025
In a week - Tuesday, March 4, 11:30 a.m. CST - International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee will host a virtual pre-spring information session. Register here:
International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee to Host Virtual Public Information Session in Support of the Rule Curve Strategy | International Joint Commission
International Falls (MN) / Fort Frances (Ontario) The International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board (IRLWWB) Water Levels Committee (Committee) will host a virtual pre-spring information…
www.ijc.org
February 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
In a week - Tuesday, March 4, 11:30 a.m. CST - International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee will host a virtual pre-spring information session. Register here:
Next week, Tuesday, Feb. 25: Attend a public meeting of the International Souris River Board in Minot, North Dakota, or online. Including the latest updates on hydrological conditions, time for questions and comments:
February 2025 International Souris River Public Meeting Planned for Minot, North Dakota | International Joint Commission
The public is invited to hear the latest updates on hydrological conditions and other issues from the International Souris River Board on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025.
www.ijc.org
February 18, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Next week, Tuesday, Feb. 25: Attend a public meeting of the International Souris River Board in Minot, North Dakota, or online. Including the latest updates on hydrological conditions, time for questions and comments:
Continued conservation efforts aim to prevent historic #Kootenay fish population lows #Burbot
https://www.castanet.net/news/Nelson/533266/Continued-conservation-efforts-aim-to-prevent-historic-Kootenay-fish-population-lows
https://www.castanet.net/news/Nelson/533266/Continued-conservation-efforts-aim-to-prevent-historic-Kootenay-fish-population-lows
February 14, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Continued conservation efforts aim to prevent historic #Kootenay fish population lows #Burbot
https://www.castanet.net/news/Nelson/533266/Continued-conservation-efforts-aim-to-prevent-historic-Kootenay-fish-population-lows
https://www.castanet.net/news/Nelson/533266/Continued-conservation-efforts-aim-to-prevent-historic-Kootenay-fish-population-lows
Two week reminder: International Souris River Board hosting public meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, in Minot, North Dakota, and online. Register: https://www.ijc.org/en/srb/february-2025-international-souris-river-public-meeting-planned-minot-north-dakota
February 12, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Two week reminder: International Souris River Board hosting public meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, in Minot, North Dakota, and online. Register: https://www.ijc.org/en/srb/february-2025-international-souris-river-public-meeting-planned-minot-north-dakota
Today is the IJC Great Lakes Science Advisory Board's #microplastics webinar. Learn about the science of #GreatLakes microplastics monitoring and ecosystem risk assessment. Join by Zoom (https://bit.ly/SAB-MICRO) or tune into the YouTube livestream at 1 pm ET:
International Joint Commission's Great Lakes Science Advisory Board Microplastics in the Great Lakes
Join the IJC’s Great Lakes Science Advisory Board to discuss their recent report on microplastics in the Great Lakes. The report proposes tools to aid the m...
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February 12, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Today is the IJC Great Lakes Science Advisory Board's #microplastics webinar. Learn about the science of #GreatLakes microplastics monitoring and ecosystem risk assessment. Join by Zoom (https://bit.ly/SAB-MICRO) or tune into the YouTube livestream at 1 pm ET:
Which watershed has your heart? 💕 This Valentine's Day, we're sending love to watersheds all along the transboundary area between the Canada and the United States. These shared waters are worth protecting every day. 🌊💖
February 12, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Which watershed has your heart? 💕 This Valentine's Day, we're sending love to watersheds all along the transboundary area between the Canada and the United States. These shared waters are worth protecting every day. 🌊💖
What’s the status of microplastics in the Great Lakes? How can the 🇨🇦 and 🇺🇸 governments address this issue?
Join the IJC Science Advisory Board webinar on Feb. 12 to hear about tools for standardized monitoring and managing risks from plastic pollution.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/SAB-MICRO
Join the IJC Science Advisory Board webinar on Feb. 12 to hear about tools for standardized monitoring and managing risks from plastic pollution.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/SAB-MICRO
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: International Joint Commission's Great Lakes Science Advisory Board: Microplastics in the Great Lakes. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Join the IJC’s Great Lakes Science Advisory Board to discuss their recent report on microplastics in the Great Lakes. The report proposes tools to aid the monitoring and assessment of microplastic…
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February 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM
What’s the status of microplastics in the Great Lakes? How can the 🇨🇦 and 🇺🇸 governments address this issue?
Join the IJC Science Advisory Board webinar on Feb. 12 to hear about tools for standardized monitoring and managing risks from plastic pollution.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/SAB-MICRO
Join the IJC Science Advisory Board webinar on Feb. 12 to hear about tools for standardized monitoring and managing risks from plastic pollution.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/SAB-MICRO
#Microplastics pollute all 5 #GreatLakes, but monitoring is periodic. The IJC’s Science Advisory Board proposes regional coordination to track & manage this growing threat.
February 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM
#Microplastics pollute all 5 #GreatLakes, but monitoring is periodic. The IJC’s Science Advisory Board proposes regional coordination to track & manage this growing threat.
Until Feb. 17: International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board inviting public comment on draft Plan of Study to explore impacts of water pollution in the Kootenai/y watershed
📣 Add your voice! https://ijc.org/en/ekwsb/public-consultation-draft-plan-study
📣 Add your voice! https://ijc.org/en/ekwsb/public-consultation-draft-plan-study
February 7, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Until Feb. 17: International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board inviting public comment on draft Plan of Study to explore impacts of water pollution in the Kootenai/y watershed
📣 Add your voice! https://ijc.org/en/ekwsb/public-consultation-draft-plan-study
📣 Add your voice! https://ijc.org/en/ekwsb/public-consultation-draft-plan-study
Register today for an International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee virtual public information session on Tuesday, March 4, 2025
International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee to Host Virtual Public Information Session in Support of the Rule Curve Strategy | International Joint Commission
International Falls (MN) / Fort Frances (Ontario) The International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board (IRLWWB) Water Levels Committee (Committee) will host a virtual pre-spring information…
www.ijc.org
February 6, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Register today for an International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee virtual public information session on Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Update on Lake Superior Outflows and Expected Conditions – February 2025
https://ijc.org/en/update-lake-superior-outflows-and-expected-conditions-february-2025
https://ijc.org/en/update-lake-superior-outflows-and-expected-conditions-february-2025
February 5, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Update on Lake Superior Outflows and Expected Conditions – February 2025
https://ijc.org/en/update-lake-superior-outflows-and-expected-conditions-february-2025
https://ijc.org/en/update-lake-superior-outflows-and-expected-conditions-february-2025
Ohio project aims to enhance water quality along Auglaize River, which feeds into Lake Erie, through the addition of 40 acres of wetlands and over 40,000 hardwood trees.
https://www.limaohio.com/top-stories/2025/02/03/boardwalk-wetlands-enhancement-set-for-kendrick-woods-park/
#GreatLakes
https://www.limaohio.com/top-stories/2025/02/03/boardwalk-wetlands-enhancement-set-for-kendrick-woods-park/
#GreatLakes
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February 4, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Ohio project aims to enhance water quality along Auglaize River, which feeds into Lake Erie, through the addition of 40 acres of wetlands and over 40,000 hardwood trees.
https://www.limaohio.com/top-stories/2025/02/03/boardwalk-wetlands-enhancement-set-for-kendrick-woods-park/
#GreatLakes
https://www.limaohio.com/top-stories/2025/02/03/boardwalk-wetlands-enhancement-set-for-kendrick-woods-park/
#GreatLakes
Until Feb 17, 2025: International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board inviting public comment on its draft Plan of Study - https://www.ijc.org/en/ekwsb/international-elk-kootenaiy-watershed-study-board-opens-public-comment-period-draft-plan holding virtual public meeting on Feb. 11:
International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board Opens Public Comment Period on Draft Plan of Study | International Joint Commission
The International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board (Study Board) is inviting public comment on its draft Plan of Study until February 17, 2025. The finalized plan will outline the work proposed…
www.ijc.org
February 3, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Until Feb 17, 2025: International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board inviting public comment on its draft Plan of Study - https://www.ijc.org/en/ekwsb/international-elk-kootenaiy-watershed-study-board-opens-public-comment-period-draft-plan holding virtual public meeting on Feb. 11:
Okanagan Nation Alliance: Detours and temporarily closures to river access by Penticton Dam to create fish passage into Okanagan Lake. #salmon #ColumbiaRiver
Salmon passage work closes part of Penticton river channel pathway near dam - Penticton News
Salmon passage work closes part of Penticton river channel pathway near dam from February to May
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February 3, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Okanagan Nation Alliance: Detours and temporarily closures to river access by Penticton Dam to create fish passage into Okanagan Lake. #salmon #ColumbiaRiver
Wednesday, February 12, 1-2 p.m. ET, Zoom Webinar: Join the IJC's #GreatLakes Science Advisory Board to learn about the latest report on #microplastics and how to strengthen monitoring efforts with greater coordination across the region http://bit.ly/SAB-MICRO
January 30, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Wednesday, February 12, 1-2 p.m. ET, Zoom Webinar: Join the IJC's #GreatLakes Science Advisory Board to learn about the latest report on #microplastics and how to strengthen monitoring efforts with greater coordination across the region http://bit.ly/SAB-MICRO
#ParksCanada will allow watercraft on Clear Lake in Riding Mountain National Park, Manitoba, after determining there are no feasible options to eradicate zebra mussels https://winnipegsun.com/news/provincial/parks-canada-will-allow-boats-on-clear-lake-with-restrictions
January 29, 2025 at 8:05 PM
#ParksCanada will allow watercraft on Clear Lake in Riding Mountain National Park, Manitoba, after determining there are no feasible options to eradicate zebra mussels https://winnipegsun.com/news/provincial/parks-canada-will-allow-boats-on-clear-lake-with-restrictions
Feb. 25 public meeting of the International Souris River Board 📰 https://www.minotdailynews.com/news/local-news/2025/01/isrb-to-provide-update-on-souris-river-at-minot-meeting/ (Register https://bit.ly/Souris25 )
ISRB to provide update on Souris River at Minot meeting
The public is invited to hear the latest updates on hydrological conditions and other issues from the International Souris River Board on Tuesday, Feb. 25. The public meeting will be held from 7-9…
www.minotdailynews.com
January 28, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Feb. 25 public meeting of the International Souris River Board 📰 https://www.minotdailynews.com/news/local-news/2025/01/isrb-to-provide-update-on-souris-river-at-minot-meeting/ (Register https://bit.ly/Souris25 )
Pacific Salmon Foundation study suggests #salmon in the transboundary British Columbia, Alaska, Yukon region are facing a decline in abundance from decades ago
Without more data, some salmon in B.C. and Yukon could face 'undocumented extinction,' study says | CBC News
A lack of crucial data in vast Northwestern watersheds risks "undocumented extinction" of some salmon, according to a new study from a B.C.-based environmental group.
www.cbc.ca
January 27, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Pacific Salmon Foundation study suggests #salmon in the transboundary British Columbia, Alaska, Yukon region are facing a decline in abundance from decades ago
🌍 On Jan. 26, we’re celebrating International Environmental Education Day! Education = knowledge = action. Let’s work together to protect our shared waters for generations to come. Share your thoughts! #EnvironmentalEducation #IJCSharedWaters
January 24, 2025 at 9:30 PM
🌍 On Jan. 26, we’re celebrating International Environmental Education Day! Education = knowledge = action. Let’s work together to protect our shared waters for generations to come. Share your thoughts! #EnvironmentalEducation #IJCSharedWaters
Vermont report says it's cut water pollution including phosphorus by investing over $603 million in clean water projects in the past nine years - also helping reduce flood damage and flood risk #LakeChamplain
https://www.reformer.com/news/state/vermont-releases-clean-water-initiative-2024-performa…
https://www.reformer.com/news/state/vermont-releases-clean-water-initiative-2024-performa…
Vermont releases Clean Water Initiative 2024 Performance Report
MONTPELIER — The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has released the Vermont Clean Water Initiative 2024 Performance Report. It highlights water quality progress made through public…
www.reformer.com
January 24, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Vermont report says it's cut water pollution including phosphorus by investing over $603 million in clean water projects in the past nine years - also helping reduce flood damage and flood risk #LakeChamplain
https://www.reformer.com/news/state/vermont-releases-clean-water-initiative-2024-performa…
https://www.reformer.com/news/state/vermont-releases-clean-water-initiative-2024-performa…
#Kootenay #Conservation Program— 85 organizations also funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada—created the Kootenay Connect Priority Places initiative to support monitoring and restoration work throughout the region.
https://www.castanet.net/news/Nelson/529233/Vital-conservation-projects-i…
https://www.castanet.net/news/Nelson/529233/Vital-conservation-projects-i…
Vital conservation projects in Kootenay region receive boost from new initiative - Nelson News
Diverse species at risk in the Kootenay region have an ally.
www.castanet.net
January 24, 2025 at 2:07 PM
#Kootenay #Conservation Program— 85 organizations also funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada—created the Kootenay Connect Priority Places initiative to support monitoring and restoration work throughout the region.
https://www.castanet.net/news/Nelson/529233/Vital-conservation-projects-i…
https://www.castanet.net/news/Nelson/529233/Vital-conservation-projects-i…
there’s currently no coordinated regional effort to monitor #microplastics across the #GreatLakes. That would change if microplastics are added to a binational list of contaminants.
Scientists want microplastics monitored in the Great Lakes. Now, it's up to the U.S. and Canada
There's currently no tracking program for microplastics in the Great Lakes.
www.interlochenpublicradio.org
January 23, 2025 at 7:32 PM
there’s currently no coordinated regional effort to monitor #microplastics across the #GreatLakes. That would change if microplastics are added to a binational list of contaminants.