Algae

• Algae bloom leaves experts worried about the state of Lake Winnipeg

  Lake Winnipeg is seeing an upward trend in algae, which experts warn could be detrimental to the lake's ecosystem. One way to solve it, they say, is by dealing with phosphorous.

  Environment

  Oct 2, 2023
  
• “We’ve been finding them everywhere:” HRM holds blue-green algae info session

  The algae can cause itchiness, rashes, and hives in people, but it can be fatal to pets. Experts say people should supervise their animals closely when outdoors near water.

  Environment

  Jul 29, 2023
  
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• A scummy summer? After months without Woodbine Park fountains, residents speak out

  Months without a fountain at an east end Toronto park have led to a scummy result, which will be resolved, in part, following restoration work on a fountain pump.

  Politics

  Jul 24, 2023
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• Summer village on Lac St. Anne plots attack plan on pervasive blue-green algae

  Alberta's lakes commonly get inundated with blue-green algae blooms, but one summer village is trying to treat its lake's infestation with innovation and public information.

  Environment

  Jul 21, 2023
• Dog dies after blue-green algae exposure at N.S. lake, officials warn of risks

  Officials are warning about the risks of blue-green algae after a dog died following an exposure at Long Lake in the Halifax area last month.

  Canada

  Jul 13, 2023
• Peterborough health unit monitoring lakes for blue-green algae

  Peterborough Public Health says there have been no reports of blue-green algae on area lakes yet, but advises residents to be on the lookout for signs of the bacteria.

  Health

  Jun 22, 2023
• Blue-green algae spotted at several Nova Scotia lakes

  Algae alerts are in place at lakes across Nova Scotia, including Oathill Lake in Dartmouth, Covey Lake in Lunenburg County, and Armstrong Lake and Lake Torment in Kings County.

  Environment

  Jun 19, 2023
• Saskatchewan government warns about blue-green algae

  The ministry said that direct contact with, or drinking the water can cause red skin, a sore throat, nausea, cramps, diarrhea and vomiting.

  Health

  Jul 8, 2022
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• Algae blooms part of nature, but can be harmful: Interior Health

  Interior Health says blue-green algae or cyanobacteria can produce several types of toxins that can be poisonous to people, pets or livestock.

  Health

  May 3, 2022
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• Residents raise stink over proposed industrial feedlot near popular Alberta lake

  Dozens of people who live in Wetaskiwin County oppose an application for a confined feeding operation near Pigeon Lake, citing environmental and property value concerns.

  Environment

  Apr 10, 2022