Introducing North Saskatchewan Riverkeeper's Swim Drink Fish Ambassadors!

 The Waterkeeper Gala in Toronto on Thursday, April 21st, is just one week away!This year's Gala will introduce 12 Swim Drink Fish Ambassadors from across Canada. These are individuals who have demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to creating a future where every Canadian can swim, drink, and fish. They are leaders who are promoting water literacy and watershed awareness, kick-starting education and protection programs, and building a strong “Swim Drink Fish Community.”North Saskatchewan Riverkeeper is proud to have three of our wonderful directors included in this inspiring group of water leaders! Meet our Swim Drink Fish Ambassadors... Karen Percy LoweKaren is a former Canadian alpine skier. She won 2 bronze medals in skiing at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics, where she was Canada's flag bearer in the closing ceremony. Karen is married to former Edmonton Oilers player and current Director of Hockey for the Edmonton Oilers, Kevin Lowe. Born and raised near the Bow River in Banff and travelling the world as an Olympic and professional downhill skier, Karen has always felt a connection with water and interest in global water issues. As a result of this growing concern and interest in clean water for communities everywhere, Karen wanted to bring her passion to her watersheds in Alberta. Karen is the co-founder and President of North Saskatchewan Riverkeeper.Kevin LoweKevin Lowe is a retired defenceman and coach in the National Hockey League and the current President of Hockey Operations for the Edmonton Oilers. As a defenceman, he played for the Edmonton Oilers and the New York Rangers. Kevin is a long-time supporter for swimmable, drinkable, fishable water and Waterkeeper-work. Kevin's interest in clean water and water issues grew out of his original bond with the Shuswap Lake. The responsibility of stewardship of this lake and the other waters began with him learning more about everyday practices which can harm lake water quality. Today, he is a Director for the North Saskatchewan Riverkeeper. Britt StandenBorn and raised in Edmonton, Britt Standen is the President and owner of Physique Fitness Stores. For the past 5 years, Britt has attended and supported the Waterkeeper Alliance fundraiser in Banff and Lake Louise. Living on the river banks of the North Saskatchewan River for the past 30 years it was a natural progression to "walk the talk" and she along with Karen Percy Lowe co-founded the Saskatchewan Riverkeeper group. She is currently the Vice President and Treasurer of the North Saskatchewan Riverkeeper.  Click here to meet the other Swim Drink Fish Ambassadors and learn more about the Waterkeeper Gala!