GLU News
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.
Your Great Lakes summer
Another summer is opening up before us, bringing a year of swimming, fishing and drinking the welcoming waters of the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River. Whether you’re on vacation at the cottage or just visiting your local beach, appreciate and enjoy the Great Lakes with your friends, family, and children. These are the experiences and memories that remind us why these waters are so important to protect and what makes summer in this part of the world such a special time of the year.
The end of an era
A month shy of his eighteenth year at Great Lakes United, Reg Gilbert, Senior Director of Great Lakes United’s Sustainable Waters program, is leaving for the Halls of Academe. Having made history with his share of activism and Great Lakes advocacy, Reg will help shape the minds of future generations.
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