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Founded in 2001 and hosted at the University of New Brunswick, CRI has over 650 aquatic scientists at institutions across Canada and the globe. Our vision: make every river a healthy river.

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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Today, the Canadian Rivers Institute observes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. We honor the Survivors of residential schools, remember the children who never returned home, and recognize the enduring strength of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities.
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Join CRI at UNB Research Celebration Week! 🌊 💧🧬 🏛️ UNB Research Centre and Institute Showcase 📅 Date: Wednesday, October 7 ⏰ Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 📍 Location: Richard J. CURRIE CENTER (Fredericton Campus) Stop by our booth! Full detail here: www.unb.ca/research/res... Photo: UNB
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Job Opportunity: Environmental Data Services Manager Our friends at DataStream are hiring! They are looking for an Environmental Data Services Manager to lead their Data Services team, oversee data quality workflows, & support open-access freshwater data across Canada. Full details: bit.ly/4djHrlR
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Have you signed up yet? ⚡🐟 Registration is still open for our upcoming Backpack Electrofishing training in Newfoundland this September! 🔗 Visit: bit.ly/4ie7uy3 for more details!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
🔬 Funding Opportunity for Salmon Conservation Research! 🐟 Are you researching wild Atlantic salmon conservation? You could be eligible for the 2026 Bud and Peggy Bird Scholarship! Visit canadianriversinstitute.com/student-scholarships for full details.
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
⚡️ Reminder: Backpack Electrofishing Training in Fredericton, NB! 🐟 Spots are still open for our upcoming Backpack Electrofishing courses taking place in Fredericton, NB! 🗓 Date: August 20, 2026 ⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM 📍 Location: Fredericton, NB 🔗 Registration link: bit.ly/4ie7uy3!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
The Canadian Rivers Institute is excited to bring our Backpack Electrofishing field practicum sessions to Newfoundland this fall! ⚡� 📍 Terra Nova - Sept 16 📍 Corner Brook Area - Sept 18 (Field practicum on South Brook near Pasadena, ~15 mins from Corner Brook) 🔗 Details here: bit.ly/4ie7uy3!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Bud and Peggy Bird Scholarship! Please visit www.canadianriversinstitute.com/student-scho... for more information and instructions on submitting an application. All applications are due to cri@unb.ca by September 10, 2026.
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
🌟 BONUS SEMINAR ALERT! 🌟 Following Dr. Kevin Devito’s talk on Aug 14, join us for a bonus session with Dr. Antóin O’Sullivan ⏰ Fri, 14 Aug 2026 | 15:00 - 16:30 (Atlantic Time) 📍UNBF (Bailey Hall, Room 146) or online! 📲 Read more: bit.ly/4fLUL4l
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
🌿 Along the Nashwaak River: Nature Walk & Eco-Poetry Night 🌿 Join us on Aug 22 at The Landing Café in Fredericton for a free community event! 🥾 3–5 PM: Trail Clean-up & Nature Walk (Gibson Trail) 🎙️ 5–6:30 PM: Environmental Poetry Night 📍 7 Mill St, Fredericton 🆓 All welcome!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
📢 RESCHEDULED: CRI Seminar/Webinar! Please note that our seminar with Dr. Kevin Devito has been rescheduled! 📅 NEW DATE: Fri, 14 Aug 2026 🕒 Time: 15:00 - 16:00 (Atlantic Time) 📍 Hybrid Event: UNB Fredericton (Bailey Hall, Room 146) or online! Read more and register here: bit.ly/4fLUL4l
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 21/07/2026
Save the Date: 2026 AIC Annual Meeting! 🐟🌊 Join students, faculty, and professionals from the Atlantic International Chapter of AFS in White Point, NS, Sept 27–29! ⏳ Reg & abstracts open soon (students, talk to your supervisors!) 🤝 Sponsorship opportunities coming soon Stay tuned for details! 📍
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
🐟 Think fish identification is easy? Some species can be surprisingly tricky. Join us on July 23 in Fredericton for a hands-on course with Mark Gautreau, author of Inland Fishes of New Brunswick, and learn how to identify New Brunswick's 54 inland fish species. 🔗 Register here: bit.ly/4fyMlwO
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
NB Backpack Electrofishing registration is open! 🐟 Next field training is on July 23, 2026, from 9:30 am to 1:30 pm. How to register: 1. Go to this link: continuing.unb.ca/public/categ... or 2. Save this photo to your gallery, long-press on the QR code, & open the link in your preferred browser.
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
How do we balance the physical needs of a river with the cultural and spiritual relationships people have with it? 🌊 CRI Fellows Wendy Monk, Jen Lento, and Allen Curry developed a new monitoring framework for the Wolastoq | Saint John River. Read more here: ecologyandsociety.org/vol30/iss4/a...
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Throwback to a fantastic field day in St. John’s, NL! On June 18, our participants wrapped up their Backpack Electrofishing field component under the expert guidance of instructor Jordan Condon. Huge thanks to everyone who joined us to advance their applied fisheries skills! 🐟 📸 by: Jordan Condon
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
We are offering our Boat Electrofishing training course on demand throughout Summer 2026! 📧 Reach out to us today via email at unbcricourses@unb.ca for details about the course, scheduling, prerequisites, and course logistics. #Electrofishing #Summer2026 #EnvironmentalScience #FieldWork #Fisheries
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Meet Jordan Condon, your instructor for our St. John's Backpack Electrofishing course on June 18! Jordan is the Science Coordinator for the Atlantic Salmon Federation. ⚠️ REGISTRATION: 1. Link below. 2. Log into D2L & select the St. John's date to lock it in! Link: continuing.unb.ca/search/publi...
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
📣 CRI Seminar/Webinar Alert! We are pleased to host an in-person seminar/virtual webinar from Dr. Kevin Devito, Professor at the University of Alberta. 🌲🏞️ 📲 How to register: Save this photo AND long-press the QR code to see more info and open the registration link instantly!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Huge congratulations to Dr. Allen Curry on being named Professor Emeritus at UNB! 🎓🐟 As a founding member, former Director, and Fellow of the CRI, Allen has spent 3+ decades shaping global freshwater science! 📸 Image attached is taken from the UNBF - Department of Biology newsletter.
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Join us for a special screening of Jimmy Saves the World! 🎬🐟 We are excited to share that Dr. Tommi Linnansaari will be featured in the upcoming second season of the Fibe Bell TV1 show, Jimmy Saves the World! Tune in to learn more about his important work with salmon. We hope to see you there!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
⚡️Backpack Electrofishing registration is still open! 🐟 Make sure you and your team are certified and ready for the water. How to register: Go to this link: bit.ly/4w8teQK Sign up soon, as these spots usually fill up fast!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
👉 Stop hitting snooze on your professional development. It’s time to level up your credentials, master the gear, and get field-certified!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
From the smallest macroinvertebrates in our headwater streams to the migratory fish navigating our largest rivers, every species plays a critical role in keeping our ecosystems healthy and resilient. 💬 What ecosystem or local species are you working to protect this field season? Let us know below 👇
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
🥳 ASLO-SIL Montreal Shout-Out‼️ Big congratulations to our incredible CRI team members Jack, Hannah, Roxanne, and Tim for their brilliant work at the ASLO-SIL conference in Montreal! 👏
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
⚡️Backpack Electrofishing registration is still open! 🐟 Make sure you and your team are certified and ready for the water. How to register: Go to this link: bit.ly/4w8teQK Sign up soon, as these spots usually fill up fast!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
🌊 Attending #ASLOSIL26 in Montreal? Don't miss the official CRI session tomorrow! 🗓️ Saturday | 14:00 - 18:00 📍 Room: 518A Join us for insights on the ecological impacts of hydropower, the effects of dam removal, and balancing ecological, social, cultural, and economic flow needs. See you there! 🐟
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Association for the Sciences of Limnology and Oceanography @aslo.org · 12/05/2026
ASLO is in Montreal! We can’t wait to kick off the #ASLOSIL26 meeting with our partners @sil-limnology.bsky.social. The week will be full of innovative aquatic science research, networking, and social activities. Attendees - see you soon at the opening plenary and reception starting @ 17:00.
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Jim Elser @drlimnology.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Empty of words but full of joy and appreciation for my students, postdocs, colleagues, friends, and family after today’s celebration. Wow. #aslosil26
Crowd of 30 people or so smiling in a bar.  I am sitting 
in front row.  Lots of smiles and beer mugs.
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
📢 Webinar Alert: Sharing from our colleagues at SCAS! 🗓 When: May 20, 2026 🕐 Time: 1:00 PM ADT (America/Moncton) 🔗 Register today: ow.ly/hoR650YO4zC 📸 Photo courtesy of SCAS/CSP #AquaticScience #Restoration #CRI #Conservation #PolicyAndPractice #CdnSci
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
⚡️Electrifying good news: Backpack Electrofishing registration is now open! 🐟 Field season is right around the corner. Make sure you and your team are certified and ready for the water. How to register: Go to this link: bit.ly/4w8teQK Sign up soon, as these spots usually fill up fast!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
⚡️NEWFOUNDLAND: Are you interested in an Electrofishing Course? We are planning our 2026 certification sessions, and we want to ensure the timing and location work for you! 🔗 Expression of Interest Form Link: forms.gle/SPZR7pRik8of...
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
📢 MSc Opportunity: Aquatic Biodiversity in Arctic Beaver Habitats 🦦 The Beaver Ecohydrology Lab at the University of Saskatchewan is looking for a motivated Master’s student to join the team starting September 2026! Deadline: April 23, 2026. #MScOpportunity #FreshwaterBiology #eDNAmetabarcoding
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Become a citizen scientist for a good cause! 🐟 The @nashwaakwatershed Association is looking for volunteers to help with the 2026 Smolt Wheel operations! 🔗 Sign up here: lnkd.in/egvfJpC4
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
👉🏼 Advance your expertise in aquatic science!💧📈 Learn more and register here: www.canadianriversinstitute.com/water-qualit... #WaterQuality #EnvironmentalScience #RStats #DataAnalysis #CanadianRiversInstitute #WaterResearch #STEM
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
📢 ANOTHER JOB POST ALERT‼️ Highlights: 📍 Fredericton, NB (Hybrid options!) 📅 2-Year Term 🧪 Focus: Field data collection, lab work, and equipment maintenance. Deadline to apply: March 31, 2026. 🔗 View the full details and apply here: bit.ly/40ADXVq
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
📢 Interested in a career in aquatic science? 🐟 View the full posting and apply here: bit.ly/3NvVcnI
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
🌿 Your biodiversity data has a story to tell, it’s time to bring it to life! 📊 🗓 When: March 18 | 12 PM ADT 🔗 Register here: forms.gle/TCsb8xcW9EYw... #Biodiversity #DataViz #Conservation #OpenSource #EnvironmentalScience #CanadianRiversInstitute
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
🧬 Still Recruiting: PhD Opportunity in Fish Genomics & Habitat Connectivity 🐟 📩 How to Apply Please email your CV, cover letter, unofficial transcripts, and contact info for 3 references to: spavey@unb.ca 📧 #PhDOpportunity #EnvironmentalDNA #FisheriesScience #Genomics #eDNA
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
Join us in celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Bryan Priestman Memorial Lecture Series at UNB Fredericton! 🗓️ Monday, March 16, 2026 ⏰ 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM 📍 Head Hall, Room C13 (Reception to follow) ➡️ Learn more and register: bit.ly/3NwFYip
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
NEW PHD OPPORTUNITY! UNB Saint John and CRI are looking for a PhD student to join the CRI Genomics / Pavey Lab! This project is part of NBAES with goals of designing eDNA tools to: ➡️ monitor species ➡️ track fish distribution ➡️ formalize frameworks for other projects See photo for more details!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
📢 Last chance to register! 🐧 In 48 hours, the Canadian Rivers Institute hosts Dr. Karl Phillips for a deep dive into the wildlife and history of the Falklands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. 📅 March 11 | 3 PM 🔗 Sign up here: bit.ly/4rY9NHq #Wildlife #Antarctic #ScienceComm #CRI
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
📣NEWS RELEASE‼️ Early-stage zebra mussel colonization confirmed in the Wolastoq | Saint John River. CRI and NB Power have confirmed early-stage zebra mussel colonization in the Wolastoq (Saint John River). Read the full release: www.canadianriversinstitute.com/newsrelease-...
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
🎉 Today, we celebrate the strength, creativity, and leadership of women in every community. From our labs and offices to homes, classrooms, and beyond, your voices shape a more beautiful, thriving world. 👏 HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY from all of us at the CRI. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD2026
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
NEW PHD OPPORTUNITY! UNB Saint John and CRI are looking for a PhD student to join the CRI Genomics / Pavey Lab! This project is part of NBAES with goals of designing eDNA tools to: ➡️ monitor species ➡️ track fish distribution ➡️ formalize frameworks for other projects See photo for more details!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Postdoctoral Fellowships in Ecohydraulics (Québec) 🇨🇦 INRS is recruiting for two 2-year postdoc positions starting Spring /Summer 2026. See photos for more information. #Postdoc #Ecohydraulics #FishConservation #STEMJobs #Quebec #HydraulicEngineering #INRS
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
🧐Can you tell your Brook Trout from your Brown Trout? 🐟🎣 Level up your fish identification skills with our upcoming Inland Fishes of New Brunswick Identification Course! 📲 Tech Tip: Save this photo and long-press the QR code to open the link instantly! Registration closes February 20th!
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
‼️ Register now for the Inland Fishes of New Brunswick Identification Course! 🐟🐠 If you’re paying from your own pocket, you still qualify for our discounted rate. 📸 Tech Tip: Save this photo in your gallery and long-press the QR code to open the registration link! See you there! 👋🏽
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Canadian Rivers Institute @canadianriversinst.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
The southern oceans hold some of the planet’s most spectacular wildlife. Join the Canadian Rivers Institute on March 11 (3 PM) for: CRI Webinar: A Wildlife Tour of the Falklands | Malvinas, South Georgia & the Antarctic Peninsula 🔗 Register: bit.ly/4rY9NHq
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