Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Manitoba government increases funding to help protect lakes and rivers
The Manitoba government is investing an additional $540,000 to help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS), including a new fund to deliver AIS…
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Government of Canada investing more than $3.7M to help fight aquatic invasive species
With the longest coastline on the planet and approximately 20 per cent of the world’s freshwater resources, Canada is home to incredibly diverse aquatic ecosystems.…
Government of Canada concludes third successful watercraft inspection for aquatic invasive species in Manitoba
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) can cause significant ecological and economic impacts on freshwater ecosystems in Canada. That’s why, for the third year in a row,…
Canada invests in freshwater protection projects
North Hatley, QC – The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of National Revenue, on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change,…
Ontario taking action against invasive species
Toronto – Ontario is prohibiting and restricting 10 new non-native species under the Invasive Species Act to help prevent and reduce their spread to protect Ontario’s…
Aquatic invasive species detected in Clear Lake, Manitoba
Wasagaming, MB – In November 2023, Parks Canada received preliminary test results from water samples collected from Clear Lake throughout the summer. The results indicated the…
Shuswap watershed groups warn of recent Zebra and Quagga Mussel discoveries
The Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) and the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society (CSISS) are raising the alarm about recent discoveries of invasive Zebra and Quagga…
Fisheries and Oceans Canada and its partners confirm the arrival of Zebra Mussels in New Brunswick
Moncton, NB – Since last summer’s detection of Zebra Mussels in Lake Temiscouata, Quebec, Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) and its provincial, municipal, non-governmental and…
Lethbridge, AB begins mitigation of aquatic invasive species in lakes and storm ponds
The City of Lethbridge has begun the process of removing goldfish and koi out of Chinook Lake and Elma Groves storm pond. Goldfish and koi…
OBWB issues updated calls to action on invasive mussels in B.C.
Kelowna, B.C. – Syilx Territory – As mussel-infested watercraft continue to make their way towards the Okanagan and other water-related destinations this summer, the Okanagan Basin Water…
Shuswap watershed groups warn of economic impacts of potential Zebra and Quagga Mussel infestation, emphasize importance of prevention measures
The Shuswap Watershed Council (SWC) and the Columbia Shuswap Invasive Species Society (CSISS) are raising the alarm about new information released in a report from…
Okanagan Basin Water Board troubled by report on invasive mussels cost
Kelowna, B.C. – As boaters begin to flock to Okanagan lakes and other B.C. waterways, the Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is sounding the alarm in response…
Government of Canada invests in further protecting Canada’s waters from aquatic invasive species
Vancouver – Threats to biodiversity are being felt across Canada and the world. After habitat loss, invasive species are the second biggest threat to global…
Program to further prevent aquatic invasive species in the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River regions launched
Ballast water is an important part of vessel safety. However, it can accidentally introduce and spread invasive aquatic species when released into Canadian waters, which…
Aquatic Invasive Species Impacting Mercury in Great Lakes Fish
According to a new study published yesterday in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 40 years of reduced mercury use, emissions, and loading…
Great Lakes Mayors Sign Pact to Stop Asian Carp
As part of the 16th Annual Conference of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River Cities Initiative (GLSLCI), held June 5-7 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, US…
B.C. Launches Fifth Year of Invasive Mussels Screening
British Columbia’s Invasive Mussel Defence Program has launched its fifth season of protecting B.C. waterways from invasive zebra and quagga mussels. From now until late…
Lake Winnipeg Foundation Input on Provincial Budget 2019
The Lake Winnipeg Foundation has submitted feedback to the provincial government to address how the province’s 2019 budget can support water resource management. Topics covered…
Baitfish Primer App to Help Protect Waterways from Invasive Species
Fisheries and Oceans Canada has launched their guide for identify legal and illegal live bait, the Baitfish Primer, as an app. The app allows fish…
Okanagan Basin Water Board Pens Letter to Heyman on Invasive Mussels
The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is renewing a call for legislation that would require all out-of-province watercraft to be inspected for invasive zebra and…
Canada Updates Aquatic Invasive Species Tracking Website
The Government of Canada has updated its digital mapping for tracking aquatic invasive species across the country. Fisheries and Oceans Canada has updated and improved…
Manitoba Makes Changes to Aquatic Invasive Species Enforcement
The Manitoba government has modified enforcement efforts aimed at ensuring boaters and watercraft users follow all required steps to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive…
Canada Bolsters Work Against Invasive Mussel Spread in B.C.
Yesterday, the Government of Canada reaffirmed its commitment to stem to the spread of aquatic invasive species, announcing new funding for research, education, and public…
AI Provides Field Support in Efforts to Eliminate Aquatic Invasive Species
New research from the University of Alberta has produced a helpful field tool that allows offline, in-the-field environmental managers to harness the power of artificial…