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5 wild stories from 2018

December 18, 2018

This year brought deadly environmental disasters and strained politics – but it also gave us a few charming animals that captured our collective attention at times when we seemed to need it most. Here’s... Read More

This year brought deadly environmental disasters and strained politics – but it also gave us a few charming animals...
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Wild successes can come from new federal budget

March 1, 2018

The Canadian government took a significant step toward protecting habitats and wildlife in the federal 2018 budget announced this week with a $1.3 billion commitment over five years. This historic investment in nature came... Read More

The Canadian government took a significant step toward protecting habitats and wildlife in the federal 2018 budget announced this...
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Plan 2014 a win for Lake Ontario and St. Lawrence River wildlife

December 12, 2016

Approval of binational water level management plan proves it’s possible to create conservation measures that benefit freshwater species and habitat, local communities and industry at the same time. Read More

Approval of binational water level management plan proves it’s possible to create conservation measures that benefit freshwater species and...
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St. Lawrence added to endangered rivers list. Here’s why

April 14, 2016

Plan to rehabilitate the river needs to be adopted by Canada and the United States Read More

Plan to rehabilitate the river needs to be adopted by Canada and the United States
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Ontario Signs Agreement with Ohio and Michigan to Improve Lake Erie Water Quality

June 23, 2015

Ontario and the states of Ohio and Michigan have reached an agreement to reduce the amount of phosphorous entering the Western Basin of Lake Erie by 40 per cent. Read More

Ontario and the states of Ohio and Michigan have reached an agreement to reduce the amount of phosphorous entering...
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One year after its submission, governments have still not adopted Plan 2014

June 19, 2015

One year ago today, on June 19, 2014, the International Joint Commission (IJC) submitted a new water level and flow regulation plan for Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River to the governments of... Read More

One year ago today, on June 19, 2014, the International Joint Commission (IJC) submitted a new water level and...
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A wave of support for Plan 2014

June 20, 2014

Plan 2014: Protecting against extreme water levels, restoring wetlands and preparing for climate change Read More

Plan 2014: Protecting against extreme water levels, restoring wetlands and preparing for climate change
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Last call to help restore Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River

August 26, 2013

Support Plan 2014 today for a healthier freshwater future Read More

Support Plan 2014 today for a healthier freshwater future
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Touching Down with Plan 2014 in Quebec

August 19, 2013

Montreal Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup coordinator shares her support for restoring Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River Read More

Montreal Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup coordinator shares her support for restoring Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River
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Perspective on Plan 2014 from the Water’s Edge: Q and A with Senator Bob Runciman

August 7, 2013

The International Joint Commission has recently created Plan 2014 – a new management plan for Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence River. To understand how the plan will impact local communities we have asked Senator Bob... Read More

The International Joint Commission has recently created Plan 2014 – a new management plan for Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence...
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Support Plan 2014, Restore Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River

July 29, 2013

The International Joint Commission (IJC) has released a new and pretty unique proposal to manage Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River. At WWF we are really excited about this plan because it’s... Read More

The International Joint Commission (IJC) has released a new and pretty unique proposal to manage Lake Ontario and the...
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Balance Restored at the International Joint Commission

June 21, 2013

Prime Minister appoints Commissioners to the International Joint Commission ensuring equal representation between Canadians and Americans on shared waters. Read More

Prime Minister appoints Commissioners to the International Joint Commission ensuring equal representation between Canadians and Americans on shared waters.
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