by Terri-Lee Reid | Mar 27, 2025 | Lake
As Canadians, we are so fortunate to have more lake area than any other country in the world. However, all is not well. Freshwater environments, which are incredibly important, are being lost at an alarming rate around the world. Just How Important Are Freshwater...
by Terri-Lee Reid | Sep 10, 2024 | Lake
Simply put – no! Turns out soap – even those labeled as biodegradable– can impact lake water and the plants and animals that call the lake home. If something is labeled as biodegradable it typically means it will break down within six months under the right...
by Terri-Lee Reid | Nov 16, 2022 | Lake
It seems that people, at least in part, are to blame for lakes getting warmer and for reduced ice cover. At least, that is what a study in the journal Nature Geoscience concluded. The paper published last year called “Attribution of global lake systems change to...
by Terri-Lee Reid | Oct 16, 2022 | Lake
Nitrogen and phosphorous are two nutrients that are important for aquatic plants. While nitrogen and phosphorus occur naturally, many times these nutrients are in excess in our lakes because of human activity. It’s our actions that can tip the scale of these vital...
by Terri-Lee Reid | Jul 13, 2022 | Lake
Mention Common Loons and images of pristine lakes echoing with the enchanting calls of these beloved water birds probably comes to mind. However, recent data reveals a cry for help might be necessary to save this iconic Canadian species. Using four decades of data...
by Terri-Lee Reid | Dec 2, 2021 | Lake
If you thought the use of road salt only impacted our lakes and rivers in the winter, think again! Road salt, usually sodium chloride, is applied to our roads, sidewalks and parking lots in the winter to help keep these areas safe and to reduce accidents. While it...
