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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.
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
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
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. 🌊💖
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
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
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
🌍 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
Water management, drought, flooding, water quality, ecosystem health & the transfer of invasive species were some of the topics discussed at last week’s Intl Red River Watershed Board public meeting in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Stay in touch with board activities here: https://ijc.org/en/rrb
January 21, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Water management, drought, flooding, water quality, ecosystem health & the transfer of invasive species were some of the topics discussed at last week’s Intl Red River Watershed Board public meeting in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Stay in touch with board activities here: https://ijc.org/en/rrb
This week, Commissioner Chiblow spoke about traditional Indigenous knowledge at the 42nd Annual Land & Water International Summit Conference.
Read more about the IJC’s ongoing relationship with Indigenous knowledge and perspectives here: https://ijc.org/en/indigenous-engagement/knowledge
Read more about the IJC’s ongoing relationship with Indigenous knowledge and perspectives here: https://ijc.org/en/indigenous-engagement/knowledge
January 15, 2025 at 8:05 PM
This week, Commissioner Chiblow spoke about traditional Indigenous knowledge at the 42nd Annual Land & Water International Summit Conference.
Read more about the IJC’s ongoing relationship with Indigenous knowledge and perspectives here: https://ijc.org/en/indigenous-engagement/knowledge
Read more about the IJC’s ongoing relationship with Indigenous knowledge and perspectives here: https://ijc.org/en/indigenous-engagement/knowledge
Reminder 🎗️ The International Red River Watershed Board hosts a public meeting on Thursday, Jan. 16, in Grand Forks, #NorthDakota, during the annual Red River Basin conference. Details here 👇
https://www.ijc.org/en/rrb/international-red-river-watershed-board-host-person-public-meeting-0
https://www.ijc.org/en/rrb/international-red-river-watershed-board-host-person-public-meeting-0
January 13, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Reminder 🎗️ The International Red River Watershed Board hosts a public meeting on Thursday, Jan. 16, in Grand Forks, #NorthDakota, during the annual Red River Basin conference. Details here 👇
https://www.ijc.org/en/rrb/international-red-river-watershed-board-host-person-public-meeting-0
https://www.ijc.org/en/rrb/international-red-river-watershed-board-host-person-public-meeting-0
"In lakes with zebra mussels, mercury levels in walleyes were found to be on average 72 percent higher than in walleyes from uninvaded lakes ..." https://www.minnpost.com/environment/2025/01/zebra-mussels-and-mercury-in-fish-why-a-new-studys-findings-are-alarming-for-minnesota/
January 7, 2025 at 8:05 PM
"In lakes with zebra mussels, mercury levels in walleyes were found to be on average 72 percent higher than in walleyes from uninvaded lakes ..." https://www.minnpost.com/environment/2025/01/zebra-mussels-and-mercury-in-fish-why-a-new-studys-findings-are-alarming-for-minnesota/
Public webinar planned for Thurs, Jan 23, to provide #LakeErie updates on work under Nutrients Annex of #GreatLakes Water Quality Agreement - led by US Environmental Protection Agency, Canada Water Agency https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYscO2hrT0sGdcSBslxPv2eSL8vmz9_cJW5#/registration
January 7, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Public webinar planned for Thurs, Jan 23, to provide #LakeErie updates on work under Nutrients Annex of #GreatLakes Water Quality Agreement - led by US Environmental Protection Agency, Canada Water Agency https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYscO2hrT0sGdcSBslxPv2eSL8vmz9_cJW5#/registration
Canadian Wildlife Federation celebrates 25 photographers from coast to coast for images showcasing the beauty of Canada’s wildlife, including “In hot pursuit” by Barb Callander, Kawartha Lakes, Ontario
https://blog.cwf-fcf.org/index.php/en/winners-of-the-2024-reflections-of-nature-photo-contest/
https://blog.cwf-fcf.org/index.php/en/winners-of-the-2024-reflections-of-nature-photo-contest/
January 6, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Canadian Wildlife Federation celebrates 25 photographers from coast to coast for images showcasing the beauty of Canada’s wildlife, including “In hot pursuit” by Barb Callander, Kawartha Lakes, Ontario
https://blog.cwf-fcf.org/index.php/en/winners-of-the-2024-reflections-of-nature-photo-contest/
https://blog.cwf-fcf.org/index.php/en/winners-of-the-2024-reflections-of-nature-photo-contest/
Looking back at the environmental highs - and lows - of 2024
🟢 From a landmark deal to fund conservation to chilling news about greenhouse gas emissions
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/looking-back-environmental-highs-and-lows-2024
#Goodbye2024 #Hello2025
🟢 From a landmark deal to fund conservation to chilling news about greenhouse gas emissions
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/looking-back-environmental-highs-and-lows-2024
#Goodbye2024 #Hello2025
December 31, 2024 at 8:05 PM
Looking back at the environmental highs - and lows - of 2024
🟢 From a landmark deal to fund conservation to chilling news about greenhouse gas emissions
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/looking-back-environmental-highs-and-lows-2024
#Goodbye2024 #Hello2025
🟢 From a landmark deal to fund conservation to chilling news about greenhouse gas emissions
https://www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story/looking-back-environmental-highs-and-lows-2024
#Goodbye2024 #Hello2025
New on our newsletter page: "Elk-Kootenai/y Study Board Moves Forward During First In-Person Meeting"
https://ijc.org/en/elk-kootenaiy-study-board-moves-forward-during-first-person-meeting
https://ijc.org/en/elk-kootenaiy-study-board-moves-forward-during-first-person-meeting
December 19, 2024 at 8:05 PM
New on our newsletter page: "Elk-Kootenai/y Study Board Moves Forward During First In-Person Meeting"
https://ijc.org/en/elk-kootenaiy-study-board-moves-forward-during-first-person-meeting
https://ijc.org/en/elk-kootenaiy-study-board-moves-forward-during-first-person-meeting
Sous pression : 9 répondants sur 10 au #GreatLakesH2OpinionPoll sont d'accord pour dire que le #changementclimatique mondial augmentera la pression sur les #GrandsLacs. Via le rapport 2024 du Conseil de la qualité de l'eau : ijc.org/fr/wqb/2024-sondage-grands-lacs
December 19, 2024 at 6:43 PM
Sous pression : 9 répondants sur 10 au #GreatLakesH2OpinionPoll sont d'accord pour dire que le #changementclimatique mondial augmentera la pression sur les #GrandsLacs. Via le rapport 2024 du Conseil de la qualité de l'eau : ijc.org/fr/wqb/2024-sondage-grands-lacs
Under pressure: 9 in 10 #GreatLakesH2OpinionPoll respondents agree that global #climatechange will increase pressure on the #GreatLakes, according to IJC #GreatLakes Water Quality Board poll report: ijc.org/wqb/2024-great-lakes-poll
December 19, 2024 at 6:43 PM
Under pressure: 9 in 10 #GreatLakesH2OpinionPoll respondents agree that global #climatechange will increase pressure on the #GreatLakes, according to IJC #GreatLakes Water Quality Board poll report: ijc.org/wqb/2024-great-lakes-poll
Winnipeg South End sewage plant hits pollution-reduction target for phosphorus, nitrogen to fight algae growth, work ongoing #LakeWinnipeg https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/2024/12/16/huge-milestone-for-the-city-south-end-sewage-plant-hits-pollution-reduction-target
December 17, 2024 at 8:05 PM
Winnipeg South End sewage plant hits pollution-reduction target for phosphorus, nitrogen to fight algae growth, work ongoing #LakeWinnipeg https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingnews/2024/12/16/huge-milestone-for-the-city-south-end-sewage-plant-hits-pollution-reduction-target
Check your Inbox. The final Shared Waters IJC Newsletter of the year is out: "Indigenous Circle Launches, Boards Tackle Climate, Transboundary Cooperation Highlighted"
December 17, 2024 at 4:52 PM
Check your Inbox. The final Shared Waters IJC Newsletter of the year is out: "Indigenous Circle Launches, Boards Tackle Climate, Transboundary Cooperation Highlighted"
Restez à l'écoute pour le numéro de décembre, qui paraîtra dans le courant du mois. Abonnez-vous et lisez les numéros précédents ici : https://ijc.org/fr/newsletter/eaux-partagees
December 13, 2024 at 8:30 PM
Restez à l'écoute pour le numéro de décembre, qui paraîtra dans le courant du mois. Abonnez-vous et lisez les numéros précédents ici : https://ijc.org/fr/newsletter/eaux-partagees
Autre article marquant du mois de septembre : « La CMI recommande que les deux pays redoublent d’efforts dans leur lutte contre la pollution par le phosphore dans le bassin du lac Champlain. » 💧
December 13, 2024 at 8:30 PM
Autre article marquant du mois de septembre : « La CMI recommande que les deux pays redoublent d’efforts dans leur lutte contre la pollution par le phosphore dans le bassin du lac Champlain. » 💧
Le mois de septembre a été marqué par certains des articles les plus lus du bulletin Eaux partagées de la CMI : « Le nouveau coprésident canadien… ou un savoir, une passion et des compétences mis au service de la CMI. »
December 13, 2024 at 8:30 PM
Le mois de septembre a été marqué par certains des articles les plus lus du bulletin Eaux partagées de la CMI : « Le nouveau coprésident canadien… ou un savoir, une passion et des compétences mis au service de la CMI. »