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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 06/03/2025
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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The Great Lakes Commission is a binational government agency established in 1955 to protect the Great Lakes and the economies and ecosystems they support. 📍Ann Arbor, Michigan
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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 · 03/03/2025
*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 · 27/02/2025
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 · 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 · 25/02/2025
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:
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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 · 18/02/2025
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:
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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 · 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
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 (bit.ly/SAB-MICRO) or tune into the YouTube livestream at 1 pm ET:
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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 · 12/02/2025
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. 🌊💖
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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 · 10/02/2025
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
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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 · 10/02/2025
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
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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 · 09/02/2025
#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 · 07/02/2025
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. events.teams.microsoft.com/event/ae…
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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 · 06/02/2025
Register today for an International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Water Levels Committee virtual public information session on Tuesday, March 4, 2025
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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 · 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 · 04/02/2025
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. www.limaohio.com/top-stories/2025/0… #GreatLakes
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 03/02/2025
Until Feb 17, 2025: International Elk-Kootenai/y Watershed Study Board inviting public comment on its draft Plan of Study - www.ijc.org/en/ekwsb/international-… holding virtual public meeting on Feb. 11:
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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 · 03/02/2025
Okanagan Nation Alliance: Detours and temporarily closures to river access by Penticton Dam to create fish passage into Okanagan Lake. #salmon #ColumbiaRiver
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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 · 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 · 30/01/2025
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
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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 · 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 · 28/01/2025
Feb. 25 public meeting of the International Souris River Board 📰 www.minotdailynews.com/news/local-n… (Register bit.ly/Souris25 )
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ISRB to provide update on Souris River at Minot meeting
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. The public meeting will be held from 7-9…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 27/01/2025
Pacific Salmon Foundation study suggests #salmon in the transboundary British Columbia, Alaska, Yukon region are facing a decline in abundance from decades ago
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Without more data, some salmon in B.C. and Yukon could face 'undocumented extinction,' study says | CBC News
A lack of crucial data in vast Northwestern watersheds risks "undocumented extinction" of some salmon, according to a new study from a B.C.-based environmental group.
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
🌍 Le 26 janvier, nous célébrons la Journée internationale de l'éducation à l'environnement ! Éducation = connaissance = action. Travaillons ensemble pour protéger nos eaux communes pour les générations à venir. Partagez vos idées ! #ÉducationEnvironnement #EauxPartagéesCMI
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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 · 24/01/2025
Vermont report says it's cut water pollution including phosphorus by investing over $603 million in clean water projects in the past nine years - also helping reduce flood damage and flood risk #LakeChamplain www.reformer.com/news/state/vermont……
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Vermont releases Clean Water Initiative 2024 Performance Report
MONTPELIER — The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has released the Vermont Clean Water Initiative 2024 Performance Report. It highlights water quality progress made through public…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
#Kootenay #Conservation Program— 85 organizations also funded by Environment and Climate Change Canada—created the Kootenay Connect Priority Places initiative to support monitoring and restoration work throughout the region. www.castanet.net/news/Nelson/529233……
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Vital conservation projects in Kootenay region receive boost from new initiative - Nelson News
Diverse species at risk in the Kootenay region have an ally.
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
On Feb. 12, the International Joint Commission Great Lakes Science Advisory Board will hold a public webinar to discuss their report on the state of science on microplastics. Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
there’s currently no coordinated regional effort to monitor #microplastics across the #GreatLakes. That would change if microplastics are added to a binational list of contaminants.
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Scientists want microplastics monitored in the Great Lakes. Now, it's up to the U.S. and Canada
There's currently no tracking program for microplastics in the Great Lakes.
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
"Only trailing Alaska, Minnesota has the largest amount of peatlands in the U.S. ... they absorb carbon emissions while acting as ecosystems for a number of species."
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MN's little-known emissions-fighting tool at a crossroads
Minnesotans have until next Tuesday to offer their thoughts on the state's next Climate Action Framework. Those tasked with protecting a distinct type of wetland hope the public learns more about…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
Sign up to attend a public meeting of the  International Souris River Board in Minot, North Dakota, or online.
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February 2025 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 · 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 · 17/01/2025
The American Mariner, downbound for Buffalo, New York, was officially the last freighter through the #SooLocks for the season. The locks are now closed for winter maintenance, set to reopen March 25. #GreatLakes
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730-foot freighter was a straggler, last ship through Soo Locks for the winter
The locks were supposed to close at 11:59 p.m. Wednesday, but waiting for this freighter pushed the closing time well past 3 a.m.
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
The Blue Tech Innovation Challenge is focused on issues facing the #GreatLakes: -Water quality and nutrient cycling -Forever chemicals -Microplastics -Marine infrastructure, stormwater management, wastewater treatment Opens Jan. 27, 2025. Register:
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Great Lake Blue-Tech Innovation Challenge
Technology-based innovation challenge focused on the issues facing the Great Lakes and associated freshwater ecosystems. Details can be found here. Challenge Focus Viable technology-based enterprises…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
See also: www.linkedin.com/posts/intern...
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IJC - International Joint Commission on LinkedIn: RFP for Great Lakes Early Warning System
The International Joint Commission’s Great Lakes Regional Office is currently soliciting bids from registered US small businesses to undertake a pilot project…
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Michael Twiss @mtwiss.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
[RFP Please repost] The IJC GLRO (@IJCsharedwaters.bsky.social) is currently soliciting bids to undertake a pilot project of the Great Lakes Early Warning System. Interested bidders should contact Rajendra.poudel@ijc.org for a copy of RFP and to confirm intent. Proposals due Feb 4 2025, 11 am EST.
Various gradients warranting consideration in a Great Lakes Early Warning System designed for the Laurentian Great Lakes that describe ranges of factors that together define the interconnected space occupied by a given threat.
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 15/01/2025
Cette semaine, la commissaire Chiblow s'est exprimée sur les savoirs traditionnels autochtones lors de la conférence du Sommet international sur la terre et l'eau. Pour en savoir plus sur la relation de la CMI avec ces savoirs et ces perspectives :
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Savoirs autochtones et gestion de l’eau: Initiatives actuelles et passées de la CMI reposant sur les savoirs autochtones, la consultation des peuples autochtones et la collaboration avec ces derniers | Commission mixte internationale
La CMI a grandement bénéficié des savoirs et des points de vue autochtones. Voici quelques exemples de collaboration.
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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…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 13/01/2025
A new study says cities across southern #Ontario, including Hamilton, see fewer below-zero days during the winter because of #ClimateChange
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Warmer winters helped kill Chedoke ski hill. Now, climate change is threatening other beloved winter hobbies
Study says fewer below-zero days occur in December, January and February because of global warming.
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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 · 10/01/2025
Cette semaine marque le 116e anniversaire du traité des eaux limitrophes de 1909. Cet accord historique entre le Canada et les États-Unis a créé la CMI pour gérer les eaux partagées et résoudre les différends. ijc.org/fr/traite-relatif-aux-eaux-…
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Traité relatif aux eaux limitrophes de 1909 | Commission mixte internationale
Le Traité des eaux limitrophes a été signé en 1909 pour prévenir et résoudre les différends concernant l’utilisation des eaux limitrophes par le Canada et les États-Unis ainsi que pour régler…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 10/01/2025
This week marks the 116th anniversary of the Boundary Waters Treaty of 1909. This historic agreement btw Canada & the United States established the IJC to manage shared waters & resolve disputes. ijc.org/en/boundary-waters-treaty-1…
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The Boundary Waters Treaty of 1909 | International Joint Commission
The Boundary Waters Treaty was signed in 1909 to prevent and resolve disputes over the use of the waters shared by Canada and the United States and to settle other transboundary issues. The treaty…
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
Study: widespread use of pharmaceuticals in America is introducing even more toxic “forever chemicals” into the environment through wastewater; large municipal wastewater treatment plants not capable of fully filtering out. #PFAS @pnas.org
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These common medications could be releasing ‘forever chemicals’ into the environment
Researchers found that chemicals, including PFAS, from pharmaceuticals are entering into wastewater — which can be used as drinking water during times of drought.
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IJC - International Joint Commission @ijcsharedwaters.bsky.social · 08/01/2025
International Red River Watershed Board will host public meeting on Thursday, January 16, 2025, during Land & Water International Summit Conference in Grand Forks, #NorthDakota www.ijc.org/en/rrb/international-re…
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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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