Commentary | Sep 15, 2021
This Is What Zebra Mussels Do to a Lake
Zebra mussels have become a massive cause for concern in recent years.
We explore what it is, exactly, that they do to a lake…
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Engaging with Science | Sep 2, 2021
Four Things You Probably Didn’t Know about Anishinaabemowin (or Ojibwe)
Here are four things we just learned about the Ojibwe language that every linguist and language-lover should know.
Photo Essays | Aug 17, 2021
This Is How You Turn Food Waste Into Locally Grown Produce
This year, instead of sending our food waste to the landfill, we are turning it into bokashi. Learn more…
Commentary | Jul 28, 2021
Canada is a land of lakes, but is falling behind when it comes to tracking their health
In an opinion piece for the Ottawa Citizen, Scott Higgins explains that Canada is falling behind when it comes to monitoring lake health—and that supporting local efforts is the key.
Engaging with Science | Jul 27, 2021
WIN Big in Our First-Ever Virtual Bingo
Make the most of this this opportunity to get outside and enjoy some water-related activities.
Video | Jul 23, 2021
Let’s Take the Scenic Route to the Meteorological Site…
Everyone knows that IISD Experimental Lakes Area is a pretty magical place. And few places are more special than our meterological site, where we have been tracking the weather and climate for over fifty years.
Research highlights | Jul 21, 2021
Down to Earth Podcast: How to Protect Africa’s Great Lakes
In this episode of the Down to Earth podcast, we want to introduce you to the African Great Lakes and explain why they matter to so many people—and why they may be more familiar than you think.
Video | Jul 14, 2021
Here’s What the Laurentian and the African Great Lakes Have in Common
In this short video, we want to introduce you to the African Great Lakes, and explain why they matter to so many people—and why they may be more familiar than you think.
Commentary | Jul 6, 2021
Why we should be concerned about antidepressants in our environment
In an opinion piece for the Toronto Star, Matthew McCandless explains why, with increased used of antidepressants in Canada, we need to know more about what happens when they end up in our environment.
Commentary | May 20, 2021
Community science is vital to ensuring Canada has a safe water supply
In an opinion piece for the Toronto Star, ahead of the UN International Day for Biological Diversity, Geoffrey Gunn argues that achieving healthy freshwater systems across Canada starts at the local level.