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Why an upcoming U.S. legal motion could threaten Canada’s wildlife

Wed, 2026-08-19 07:44

On July 10, the Trump administration announced a motion that would reduce habitat protections under the Endangered Species Act (ESA), leaving more than 1,300 endangered species more vulnerable to extinction, … Continued

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One-time funding won’t fix financial strain for DNR’s Fisheries Division

Mon, 2026-08-17 22:33

Great Lakes Commission

Officials from the Fisheries Division of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources say further cutbacks on staffing and fish stocking are likely as the costs of operations rise. The division […]

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Crews remove smaller silver carp from Illinois River

Mon, 2026-08-17 21:10

Great Lakes Commission

Invasive carp sampling crews have removed several hundred small silver carp from the Marseilles Pool of the Illinois River, about 80 miles from Lake Michigan. The 4-to-6-inch fish were discovered […]

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Lake Erie, other Great Lakes rank among top fishing destinations

Mon, 2026-08-17 18:48

Great Lakes Commission

Lake Erie came in second, behind Lake Michigan, among top fishing destinations. All five Great Lakes and Lake St. Clair make the top ten list. Read the full story by […]

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Port of Montreal expansion underway as ‘nation-building’ effort ramps up

Mon, 2026-08-17 18:40

Great Lakes Commission

The Port of Montreal expansion project in Québec has officially set sail along the banks of the St. Lawrence River, with construction now underway for a new wharf. Read the full story […]

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City council say efforts to control water chestnut are working, but public should remain vigilant in removing the invasive plant

Mon, 2026-08-17 18:35

Great Lakes Commission

A local effort to control the spread of invasive water chestnut along the St. Lawrence River is showing progress, but officials say the plant remains a concern and residents of […]

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Ontario Parks halts further Pinery campsite cuts, disputes number removed

Mon, 2026-08-17 17:48

The London Free Press

Ontario Parks says 52 sites were removed this year and some will be relocated elsewhere in the park.

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Cross-lake truck ferry to connect Port of Cleveland and Ontario in 2028: Mission possible

Mon, 2026-08-17 16:07

Great Lakes Commission

A new cross-lake truck ferry service in Lake Erie, launching in 2028, will cut travel time, reduce pollution, and boost U.S.-Canada trade. A new cross-lake truck ferry service will connect […]

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Unique Detroit River boat tours give officials chance to see restoration projects up close

Mon, 2026-08-17 14:41

Great Lakes Commission

Earlier this month dozens gathered at the Detroit Wayne County Port Authority and boarded a 45-foot boat to learn more about the Detroit River and how it’s being restored after […]