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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Mar 6

Heather Stirratt, directrice du Bureau régional des Grands Lacs de la CMI, a donné à la glcommission.bsky.social un aperçu des conseils de la CMI au Canada et aux États-Unis sur les mesures à prendre pour surveiller et prévenir la pollution par les #microplastiques dans les #GrandsLacs

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Mar 6

This week, IJC GLRO Director Heather Stirratt provided the @glcommission.bsky.social with an overview of the IJC's work—dating back to 2015—advising Canadian and US governments on actions to monitor and prevent #GreatLakes #microplastics pollution.

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Mar 3

*This week and next - International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee -
Virtual pre-spring information session on Tuesday, March 4: www.ijc.org/en/rlwwb/int...
Public meeting on Tuesday, March 11 in International Falls, Minnesota:
www.ijc.org/en/rlwwb/int...

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 27

A video of the public meeting is now online: vimeo.com/1060471528?s...

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International Souris River Board Public Meeting - February 25, 2025 Meeting notice: https://ijc.org/en/srb/february-2025-international-souris-river-public-meeting-planned-minot-north-dakota Link…

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 26

Great Lakes Water Levels Boards – Winter Update 2024-2025
https://ijc.org/en/great-lakes-water-levels-boards-winter-update-2024-2025

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 25

In a week - Tuesday, March 4, 11:30 a.m. CST - International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee will host a virtual pre-spring information session. Register here:

International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee to Host Virtual Public Information Session in Support of the Rule Curve Strategy | International Joint Commission

International Falls (MN) / Fort Frances (Ontario) The International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board (IRLWWB) Water Levels Committee (Committee) will host a virtual pre-spring information…

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 18

Next week, Tuesday, Feb. 25: Attend a public meeting of the International Souris River Board in Minot, North Dakota, or online. Including the latest updates on hydrological conditions, time for questions and comments:

February 2025 International Souris River Public Meeting Planned for Minot, North Dakota | International Joint Commission

The public is invited to hear the latest updates on hydrological conditions and other issues from the International Souris River Board on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025.

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 14

Continued conservation efforts aim to prevent historic #Kootenay fish population lows #Burbot
https://www.castanet.net/news/Nelson/533266/Continued-conservation-efforts-aim-to-prevent-historic-Kootenay-fish-population-lows

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 12

Two week reminder: International Souris River Board hosting public meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, in Minot, North Dakota, and online. Register: https://www.ijc.org/en/srb/february-2025-international-souris-river-public-meeting-planned-minot-north-dakota

The Souris River near Bantry, North Dakota. Credit: USGS/Andrew Nelson

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 12

Today is the IJC Great Lakes Science Advisory Board's #microplastics webinar. Learn about the science of #GreatLakes microplastics monitoring and ecosystem risk assessment. Join by Zoom (https://bit.ly/SAB-MICRO) or tune into the YouTube livestream at 1 pm ET:

International Joint Commission's Great Lakes Science Advisory Board Microplastics in the Great Lakes

Join the IJC’s Great Lakes Science Advisory Board to discuss their recent report on microplastics in the Great Lakes. The report proposes tools to aid the m...

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 12

Quel est le bassin versant qui vous tient à cœur ? 💕 En ce jour de la Saint-Valentin, nous envoyons de l'amour aux bassins versants situés tout au long de la zone transfrontalière entre les États-Unis et le Canada. Ces eaux partagées méritent d'être protégées chaque jour. 🌊💖

IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 12

Which watershed has your heart? 💕 This Valentine's Day, we're sending love to watersheds all along the transboundary area between the Canada and the United States. These shared waters are worth protecting every day. 🌊💖

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 10

Quel est le statut des microplastiques dans les Grands Lacs ? Comment les gérer ?
Le CCS de la CMI organise un webinaire le 12 février sur la surveillance et la gestion des risques liés à cette pollution : bit.ly/SAB-MICRO

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: International Joint Commission's Great Lakes Science Advisory Board: Microplastics in the Great Lakes. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Join the IJC’s Great Lakes Science Advisory Board to discuss their recent report on microplastics in the Great Lakes. The report proposes tools to aid the monitoring and assessment of microplastic…

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 10

What’s the status of microplastics in the Great Lakes? How can the 🇨🇦 and 🇺🇸 governments address this issue?
Join the IJC Science Advisory Board webinar on Feb. 12 to hear about tools for standardized monitoring and managing risks from plastic pollution.
🔗 Register: bit.ly/SAB-MICRO

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: International Joint Commission's Great Lakes Science Advisory Board: Microplastics in the Great Lakes. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Join the IJC’s Great Lakes Science Advisory Board to discuss their recent report on microplastics in the Great Lakes. The report proposes tools to aid the monitoring and assessment of microplastic…

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 9

#Microplastics pollute all 5 #GreatLakes, but monitoring is periodic. The IJC’s Science Advisory Board proposes regional coordination to track & manage this growing threat.

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 7

The Study Board will host a virtual public meeting on February 11, 2025 to discuss the draft Plan of Study and to hear input from the public. https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ae8b78f3-9a3b-4071-85c9-2ab292905bcc@ac2eafbc-d7ac-4576-973d-356d672122bb

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 7

Until Feb. 17: International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board inviting public comment on draft Plan of Study to explore impacts of water pollution in the Kootenai/y watershed
📣 Add your voice! https://ijc.org/en/ekwsb/public-consultation-draft-plan-study

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 6

Register today for an International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee virtual public information session on Tuesday, March 4, 2025

International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee to Host Virtual Public Information Session in Support of the Rule Curve Strategy | International Joint Commission

International Falls (MN) / Fort Frances (Ontario) The International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board (IRLWWB) Water Levels Committee (Committee) will host a virtual pre-spring information…

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 5

Update on Lake Superior Outflows and Expected Conditions – February 2025
https://ijc.org/en/update-lake-superior-outflows-and-expected-conditions-february-2025

Lake Superior water level infographic, beginning of February 2025

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 4

Ohio project aims to enhance water quality along Auglaize River, which feeds into Lake Erie, through the addition of 40 acres of wetlands and over 40,000 hardwood trees.
https://www.limaohio.com/top-stories/2025/02/03/boardwalk-wetlands-enhancement-set-for-kendrick-woods-park/
#GreatLakes

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 3

Until Feb 17, 2025: International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board inviting public comment on its draft Plan of Study - https://www.ijc.org/en/ekwsb/international-elk-kootenaiy-watershed-study-board-opens-public-comment-period-draft-plan holding virtual public meeting on Feb. 11:

International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board Opens Public Comment Period on Draft Plan of Study | International Joint Commission

The International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board (Study Board) is inviting public comment on its draft Plan of Study until February 17, 2025. The finalized plan will outline the work proposed…

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Feb 3

Okanagan Nation Alliance: Detours and temporarily closures to river access by Penticton Dam to create fish passage into Okanagan Lake. #salmon #ColumbiaRiver

Salmon passage work closes part of Penticton river channel pathway near dam - Penticton News

Salmon passage work closes part of Penticton river channel pathway near dam from February to May

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Jan 30

Wednesday, February 12, 1-2 p.m. ET, Zoom Webinar: Join the IJC's #GreatLakes Science Advisory Board to learn about the latest report on #microplastics and how to strengthen monitoring efforts with greater coordination across the region http://bit.ly/SAB-MICRO

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Jan 30

Read the report: ijc.org/en/sab/monitoring-ecological-risk-assessment-and-management-microplastics-laurentian-great-lakes
Download the infographic: ijc.org/sites/default/files/SAB_MicroplasticsReport_Infographic.pdf
February 12 webinar registration: bit.ly/SAB-MICRO

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: International Joint Commission's Great Lakes Science Advisory Board: Microplastics in the Great Lakes. After registering, you will receive a confirmation em...

Join the IJC’s Great Lakes Science Advisory Board to discuss their recent report on microplastics in the Great Lakes. The report proposes tools to aid the monitoring and assessment of microplastic ...

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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · Jan 29

#ParksCanada will allow watercraft on Clear Lake in Riding Mountain National Park, Manitoba, after determining there are no feasible options to eradicate zebra mussels https://winnipegsun.com/news/provincial/parks-canada-will-allow-boats-on-clear-lake-with-restrictions

The Martese which operates interperative cruises out of the Clear Lake Marina in Riding Mountain National Park docked between tours in June 2024. Winnipeg Sun photo Photo by File /Winnipeg Sun

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