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Read the latest stories, updates and news releases about community science, water monitoring, and more.
Canadian artists, philanthropists contribute to another outstanding Gala
Over four hundred influential artists, athletes, philanthropists and business leaders gathered for an inspirational evening at the 6th Annual Waterkeeper Gala presented by McKeil Marine.
Need a Source? Waterkeeper can help you cover raw sewage, untreated wastewater and Canadian waters
A recent CBC News report indicated that “more than 205-billion litres of raw sewage and untreated waste water spewed into Canada's rivers and oceans last year.” If you are a reporter covering environment, infrastructure, or municipal issues, then the dumping of untreated wastewater will be of interest to your readers.
Charity using technology and storytelling to protect Canadian waters, launches new online archive called "Watermark Project"
Canadians can now register their favourite waterbody and share a story that will help protect waterways for generations to come, thanks to a new online archive created by Waterkeeper.
This free Drink Guide app lists all Canadian drinking water alerts
Looking for a current list of drinking water advisories in Canada? Want to know if there are any advisories for tap water in your home town? The free Drink Guide (app) and Water Today (website) have the latest updates. Using research data from Water Today, Waterkeeper’s Drink Guide app lists four types of advisories: Boil Water, Do Not Consume, Water Shortage, and Cyanobacteria (Blue-Green Algae).
Gord Downie, Edward Burtynsky raise funds for Lake Ontario Waterkeeper at RBC-sponsored art auction
Last night’s Waterkeeper Gala presented by RBC set a new fundraising record for the annual event, bringing in $500,000 to support Lake Ontario Waterkeeper’s work on water issues.
Which way to the beach? New app Swim Guide has your answer
Get instant, up-to-date information for over 800 beaches in Canada and the US with new Swim Guide app. First-of-its-kind app uses 70 government sources to help users source the closest beaches and cleanest waters – and how to get there.
