GLU News
Tall ship adventures with an environmental message
For 10 years the Denis Sullivan, a replica of a Great Lakes schooner, has been sailing the Great Lakes teaching youth about the ecosystem and the operation of a tall ship. In 2010 she will be Great Lakes United’s signature ship in a race across the five lakes.
Economic downturn throws fatal blow to member group
The Environmental Association for Great Lakes Education (EAGLE) was forced to close its doors earlier this year as the recession rippled across the non-profit world.
Great Lakes United wins mining lawsuit
The Canadian Federal Court decision requires Environment Canada to make the mining industry annually report the toxic waste accumulating in tailings ponds and waste rock piles.
Labour movement’s long history with Great Lakes United
Environmental groups from across the region set the foundation for the Great Lakes United coalition. A prominent role was also played by the union movement, which helped shape the governance structure for the fledging organization.
100 years of shared water protection
This past Sunday was the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Boundary Waters Treaty. To commemerate the hundred years of water cooperation it ushered, the Consulate General of Canada, the United States Consulate General, and the International Joint Commission are hosting Boundary Waters Week from June 5 to 14 in Niagara Falls, New York and Ontario.
A Great Lakes year
This has been a remarkable year for Great Lakes protection. As 2008 comes to a close, we reflect on some of the achievements citizens and organizations across the region deserve to celebrate.
Non-profits depend on volunteers
Whether it is delivering meals to seniors, helping out at a child’s school, volunteering at a place of worship, or taking part in a park clean up, North America’s volunteer force represent the face of change in our communities.
Congress Passes Historic Great Lakes Protection
Earlier today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the historic Great Lakes Compact, ensuring the strongest protections ever to stop water diversions and to regulate large-scale water use. The final step is for President Bush to sign the Compact, as he has already pledged to do.
Bruce Kershner honoured
The old growth forest expert and activist was posthumously given the John Manty Award this spring in Buffalo.
Great Lakes United hosts AGM with River Rally
Great Lakes United took a new approach to its Annual General Meeting this year and partnered with River Network’s River Rally to help members connect with allies across North America.
© 2008 Great Lakes News. 
