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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
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 · 26/02/2025
Great Lakes Water Levels Boards – Winter Update 2024-2025 ijc.org/en/great-lakes-water-levels…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Continued conservation efforts aim to prevent historic #Kootenay fish population lows #Burbot www.castanet.net/news/Nelson/533266…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
Two week reminder: International Souris River Board hosting public meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 25, in Minot, North Dakota, and online. Register: www.ijc.org/en/srb/february-2025-in…
The Souris River near Bantry, North Dakota. Credit: USGS/Andrew Nelson
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
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 · 07/02/2025
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! ijc.org/en/ekwsb/public-consultatio…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 05/02/2025
Update on Lake Superior Outflows and Expected Conditions – February 2025 ijc.org/en/update-lake-superior-out…
Lake Superior water level infographic, beginning of February 2025
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
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 bit.ly/SAB-MICRO
microplastics under a magnifying glass
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 29/01/2025
#ParksCanada will allow watercraft on Clear Lake in Riding Mountain National Park, Manitoba, after determining there are no feasible options to eradicate zebra mussels winnipegsun.com/news/provincial/par…
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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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
🌍 On Jan. 26, we’re celebrating International Environmental Education Day! Education = knowledge = action. Let’s work together to protect our shared waters for generations to come. Share your thoughts! #EnvironmentalEducation #IJCSharedWaters
International Environmental Education Day graphic
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 21/01/2025
Water management, drought, flooding, water quality, ecosystem health & the transfer of invasive species were some of the topics discussed at last week’s Intl Red River Watershed Board public meeting in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Stay in touch with board activities here: ijc.org/en/rrb
IRRWB public meetingIRRWB public meetingCommissioner Lance Yohe
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
This week, Commissioner Chiblow spoke about traditional Indigenous knowledge at the 42nd Annual Land & Water International Summit Conference. Read more about the IJC’s ongoing relationship with Indigenous knowledge and perspectives here: ijc.org/en/indigenous-engagement/kn…
ChiblowIndigenous Science & Practice
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
Reminder 🎗️ The International Red River Watershed Board hosts a public meeting on Thursday, Jan. 16, in Grand Forks, #NorthDakota, during the annual Red River Basin conference. Details here 👇 www.ijc.org/en/rrb/international-re…
Aerial photography of a rural bridge spanning the frozen Red River between Minnesota and North Dakota.
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
"In lakes with zebra mussels, mercury levels in walleyes were found to be on average 72 percent higher than in walleyes from uninvaded lakes ..." www.minnpost.com/environment/2025/0…
The once green-hued waters of Cass Lake have become gin clear, a consequence of the dime-sized filter-feeders’ prodigious capacity to hoover up plankton and reproduce at astonishing rates. Credit: MinnPost photo by Mike Mosedale
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 07/01/2025
Public webinar planned for Thurs, Jan 23, to provide #LakeErie updates on work under Nutrients Annex of #GreatLakes Water Quality Agreement - led by US Environmental Protection Agency, Canada Water Agency us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 06/01/2025
Canadian Wildlife Federation celebrates 25 photographers from coast to coast for images showcasing the beauty of Canada’s wildlife, including “In hot pursuit” by Barb Callander, Kawartha Lakes, Ontario blog.cwf-fcf.org/index.php/en/winne…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 31/12/2024
Looking back at the environmental highs - and lows - of 2024 🟢 From a landmark deal to fund conservation to chilling news about greenhouse gas emissions www.unep.org/news-and-stories/story… #Goodbye2024 #Hello2025
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
New on our newsletter page: "Elk-Kootenai/y Study Board Moves Forward During First In-Person Meeting" ijc.org/en/elk-kootenaiy-study-boar…
The International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board held its first in-person meeting in Kalispell, Montana, from November 19-21, 2024. Credit: IJC
IJC staff, study board and study managers. Credit: IJC

Kootenai/y Falls in Libby, Montana. Credit: IJC
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
Sous pression : 9 répondants sur 10 au #GreatLakesH2OpinionPoll sont d'accord pour dire que le #changementclimatique mondial augmentera la pression sur les #GrandsLacs. Via le rapport 2024 du Conseil de la qualité de l'eau : ijc.org/fr/wqb/2024-sondage-grands-lacs
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
Under pressure: 9 in 10 #GreatLakesH2OpinionPoll respondents agree that global #climatechange will increase pressure on the #GreatLakes, according to IJC #GreatLakes Water Quality Board poll report: ijc.org/wqb/2024-great-lakes-poll
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
Winnipeg South End sewage plant hits pollution-reduction target for phosphorus, nitrogen to fight algae growth, work ongoing #LakeWinnipeg www.winnipegfreepress.com/breakingn…
sewage treatment plant
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
Check your Inbox. The final Shared Waters IJC Newsletter of the year is out: "Indigenous Circle Launches, Boards Tackle Climate, Transboundary Cooperation Highlighted"
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Restez à l'écoute pour le numéro de décembre, qui paraîtra dans le courant du mois. Abonnez-vous et lisez les numéros précédents ici : ijc.org/fr/newsletter/eaux-partagees
eaux partagees
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Autre article marquant du mois de septembre : « La CMI recommande que les deux pays redoublent d’efforts dans leur lutte contre la pollution par le phosphore dans le bassin du lac Champlain. » 💧
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Le mois de septembre a été marqué par certains des articles les plus lus du bulletin Eaux partagées de la CMI : « Le nouveau coprésident canadien… ou un savoir, une passion et des compétences mis au service de la CMI. »
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Stay tuned for the December issue, out later this month. Subscribe and read past issues here: ijc.org/en/newsletter/shared-waters
Shared Waters
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Another standout from September: “IJC Recommendations Spur Binational Effort to Tackle Phosphorus Pollution in Lake Champlain Basin” 💧 ijc.org/en/ijc-recommendations-spur…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
En cette fin d'année, revenons sur certains des articles les plus populaires de l'édition de juin du bulletin Eaux partagées de la CMI : ijc.org/fr/le-nouveau-commissaire-d… 🌍
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Another June favorite: “Great Lakes Science Plan Among Highlights from IJC Boards at Conference” 🧪🌊 ijc.org/en/great-lakes-science-plan… Explore more top stories here: ijc.org/en/newsletter/shared-waters
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
#ICYMI 2024 Great Lakes Poll Shows Consistent Support for Protection, Concerns About Water Quality Challenges www.ijc.org/en/2024-great-lakes-pol… #GreatLakesH2OpinionPoll
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 13/12/2024
Installation of Lake Erie-Niagara River Ice Boom for 2024-2025 season scheduled to begin as-early-as December 16, 2024, by New York Power Authority crews, subject to safe in water working conditions. ijc.org/en/lake-erie-niagara-river-…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Check out a media toolkit with more findings and graphics: www.ijc.org/en/wqb/2024-great-lakes…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 11/12/2024
Across the region, an overwhelming majority strongly agree: 94% of #GreatLakesH2OpinionPoll respondents feel it is important that the health and water quality of the #GreatLakes basin be protected. Read the 2024 IJC's Water Quality Board report: ijc.org/wqb/2024-great-lakes-poll
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 09/12/2024
Ships taking extra caution after seiche exposes parts of the Detroit River's bank 'We haven't seen the bottom of the river' in more than a decade #LakeErie #GreatLakes www.cbc.ca/news/canada/windsor/ship…
A cargo vessel spotted in the Detroit River. Windsor Harbour Master Peter Berry says mariners have to take extra caution navigating the river due to the lower water level and strong winds. (Michael Evans/CBC)
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 03/12/2024
Update on Lake Superior Outflows and Expected Conditions – December 2024, from the IJC's Lake Superior Board of Control: www.ijc.org/en/update-lake-superior… #LakeSuperior #GreatLakes #WaterLevels
Lake Superior water level infographic
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Call for abstracts 📢 Our advisory boards are hosting sessions on #GreatLakesSci topics at #IAGLR25 next June in Milwaukee. Visit iaglr.org/iaglr2025/ for session descriptions and to submit your abstract: due by December 15 @iaglr.bsky.social
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
After nearly being wiped out in the mid-20th century, one of the Great Lakes' top native fish species has "fully recovered" #Trout #LakeSuperior www.jsonline.com/story/sports/outdo…
Lake trout
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 25/11/2024
The newly established International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board gathered in person for the first time last week in Whitefish, Montana, to tour part of the basin and plan for upcoming study activities. Read more about the Study Board's work: ijc.org/en/elk/study-board
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
Kootenay Lake 2024 Fall Levels and Winter Weather Outlook • Maximum Kootenay Lake Levels • Observed Kootenay Lake Levels • Snowpack and Winter Forecasts ijc.org/en/klbc/kootenay-lake-2024-…
Figure 3: Redfish Creek (2D14P) snow pillow station in the Kootenay River basin. Credit: BC Ministry of Environment and Climate Strategy
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 21/11/2024
Visualization tools bring the science of watersheds to life, driving deeper engagement in the management of shared resources. Check out some examples from IJC: 🌍 ijc.org/en/library/maps/story 🟢 ijc.org/en/library/maps/interactive #GISDay2024 #GISDay 🗺️
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 13/11/2024
Seasonal assessment of the Microcystis cyanobacterial harmful algal bloom (HAB) in western Lake Erie for 2024 ... a severity index (SI) of 6.6, which is moderately severe. nccospublicstor.blob.core.windows.n…?
The 2024 western Lake Erie cyanobacterial bloom had a severity index (SI) of 6.6, which is moderately severe.
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 11/11/2024
Inscrivez à votre agenda la réunion publique virtuelle du 13 novembre sur les Grands Lacs inférieurs. Participez à la séance en anglais ou en français, et apprenez-en davantage - ijc.org/fr/ccrn/le-conseil-internat…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 07/11/2024
"IJC Fall Semi-Annual Meeting Highlights Key Diplomatic Efforts, Insights on Transboundary Watersheds" including a climate change workshop: ijc.org/en/ijc-fall-semi-annual-mee…
climate change workshop
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 06/11/2024
International Lake Superior Board of Control: Update on Lake Superior Outflows and Expected Conditions - November 2024 www.ijc.org/en/update-lake-superior…
Lake Superior Water Level Beginning of November 2024
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 05/11/2024
Weds Nov 13 by the Intl Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence River & Niagara boards (ijc.org/en/nbc/international-lake-o…) 2/2
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 05/11/2024
Two public meetings next week on #GreatLakes water levels: Tues Nov 12 by the Intl Superior Board of Control (ijc.org/en/lsbc/international-lake-…) 1/2
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 01/11/2024
Research: Pollution is the most likely cause of the freshwater salamander mussel’s #endangered status in #Pennsylvania www.thecourierexpress.com/news/loca…
Salamander mussel / Matthew Patterson, USFWS
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 29/10/2024
2024 salmon return has broken records with over 250,000 #salmon returning to Osoyoos Lake #Okanagan #OkanaganNation buff.ly/4flRVzU
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 16/10/2024
new Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary is the first to be led by Indigenous people buff.ly/3A2kfIr #California #MarineConservation #OceanProtection #NOAA
The waters off Central California are now part of the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary, the result of a decades-long campaign by local indigenous leaders.
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 27/09/2024
This is a historic moment for Canada-United States transboundary relations as it represents the first time that Indigenous Peoples have played a key role in the development of a reference to the IJC under the Boundary Waters Treaty of 1909 (1/2) buff.ly/4ehjn1n
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