Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Global food production has led to major biodiversity loss
As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and food insecurity, the need for sustainable food production has taken on a new urgency. But…
Ontario
Thousands of letters from Ontarians and nature groups call for a new Conservation Area in Lake Ontario
Nature Canada is pointing to massive public support for protecting Lake Ontario by sending a joint letter to Ontario and federal environment ministers, urging them…
Ducks Unlimited Canada and Conservation Sudbury revitalize Lake Laurentian wetland
A vital restoration project to rehabilitate a dam in the northeast portion of the Lake Laurentian Conservation Area (LLCA) is now complete. This project ensures…
Federal funding boosts Halton and Hamilton freshwater solutions with $700K for Lake Ontario
Protecting fresh water is crucial to building a cleaner, safer, sustainable future for all. The Golden Horseshoe region is a vital part of the Great Lakes…
Western University water research drives sustainable global solutions
With a focus on solving real-world problems, researchers at the WesternWater Centre are designing innovative projects that have a tangible impact on public health and environmental management.…
PFAS cleanup project at Jack Garland airport underway
The City of North Bay has initiated its on-site remediation project at the Jack Garland Airport. Under a $20-million agreement with the Department of National…
Ontario investing over $75 million to extend lifespan of dams across the province
The Ontario government is investing over $75 million to rehabilitate 10 dams across the province to keep people and communities safe. The construction projects will…
Pelham Greenbelt Project demonstrates the value of natural infrastructure in Ontario communities
A recent project in the Town of Pelham has highlighted the significant role that natural infrastructure plays in the Greater Golden Horseshoe region. The project,…
ALUS Peel Pilot receives grant from Coca-Cola to support watershed health across Canada
Peel Region and its partners have received a grant from The Coca-Cola Company in Canada to support initiatives that protect key watersheds, including the Credit…
Stand Up For Great Lakes releases Crossing Ontario Documentary to the Public
After a successful film festival run, Stand Up for Great Lakes is releasing their documentary Crossing Ontario. Since setting a goal in 2015 to stand-up paddleboard across all…
Ontario investing $1 billion to help municipalities build more homes
The Ontario government is investing up to $1 billion in loans to provide municipalities with more financing options for water infrastructure projects that enable the construction…
Parks Canada begins structural repairs at Elliot Falls Dam
Parks Canada has announced that structural repairs will soon commence at the Elliot Falls Dam, located on the Gull River near Norland in Kawartha Lakes.…
Richmond Hill partners with UN water think tank through formal agreement
A United Nations think tank on water is now sharing office space — and goals — with the City of Richmond Hill. The city further…
Bruce Fellowships Support Emerging Freshwater Policy Leaders: Meet the 2024 Recipients!
The Geoffrey F. Bruce Fellowships in Environment and Canadian Freshwater Policy were established in honour of Erika v.C. Bruce’s late husband, recognizing his dedication to environmental conservation…
Arup in Canada names Thomas Rapley as Water Business Leader
Arup, a global sustainable development consultancy, is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas Rapley as its new Water Business Leader in Canada. Based in…
Peel Region innovates in delivery of water billing system with Oracle Cloud Technology
Peel Region, a municipality west of Toronto, has implemented Oracle Utilities Customer Care and Billing Cloud Service to enhance service for its water billing account holders. By…
Ontario investing in expansion of wastewater treatment in Kemptville
The Ontario government is investing up to $21.8 million to expand the Water Pollution Control Plant (WPCP) to support construction of the Eastern Ontario Correctional…
Flood protection milestone puts new waterfront city in within reach
The three orders of government, through Waterfront Toronto, reached a major milestone in a promise made to protect Toronto residents and businesses from the damages…
Veolia awarded operations and maintenance contract for the City of Toronto’s Dufferin anaerobic digestion facility
TORONTO – Veolia announced that it has been awarded a contract to assume operations and maintenance of the City of Toronto’s Dufferin organics processing facility. Since…
Nobel winner donates half of prize money to Water First
Dr. Geoffrey Hinton, a recent co-recipient of the prestigious Nobel Prize for Physics, has announced a donation of $350,000 to Water First Education & Training…
Walkerton Clean Water Centre releases annual report
Walkerton, ON — The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) has released its 2023–24 annual report, highlighting its continued expansion of training programs and support for…
Ontario helping build more homes in Sudbury
SUDBURY — The Ontario government is investing up to $34.9 million in water infrastructure to help enable the construction of 3,300 new homes in the City…
Brock research investigating potential neurotoxin in Lake Erie algae
Algae that wash up on shorelines and start turning black aren’t just a smelly eyesore — they could also be the source of a dangerous…
Fleming College and Miranda Water Technologies announce partnership as Miranda unveils Next-Generation Miracell® RBC
PETERBOROUGH, ON – Miranda Water Technologies, a pioneer in wastewater and water purification solutions, announced today a new partnership with Fleming College. Together, they will…