Algae Blooms
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Team effort needed to tackle Manitoba lake pollution, experts say'Phosphorus is a really valuable nutrient. And also it can be a contaminant or deteriorate water quality if it is transported in excess to surface waters.'EnvironmentOct 17, 2023
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Blue-green algae health warnings issued for 3 lakes in Nicola regionAccording to IH, cyanobacteria can produce several types of toxin that can be poisonous to people, pets and livestock.CanadaJul 28, 2023
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Rogers Cove beach in Peterborough closed again as blue-green algae blooms returnOn Friday morning, Peterborough Public Health reported blue-green algae blooms have reappeared at Rogers Cove. The beach is once again closed 'until further notice.'HealthJul 28, 2023
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Peterborough beaches remain closed due to blue-green algae bloomsPeterborough Public Health closed beaches at Beavermead Park and Rogers Cove after the algae blooms were discovered Friday during routine water testing by staff.HealthJul 18, 2023
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Algae blooms force closure of Rogers Cove, Beavermead Park beaches in PeterboroughPeterborough Public Health says the blooms were found at Beavermead Park beach and the Rogers Cove beach while staff were conducting routine beach water samples on Friday.EnvironmentJul 14, 2023
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Dog dies after blue-green algae exposure at N.S. lake, officials warn of risksOfficials 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.CanadaJul 13, 2023
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Peterborough health unit monitoring lakes for blue-green algaePeterborough 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.HealthJun 22, 2023
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Algae blooms part of nature, but can be harmful: Interior HealthInterior Health says blue-green algae or cyanobacteria can produce several types of toxins that can be poisonous to people, pets or livestock.HealthMay 3, 2022
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Winnipeg sewage plant receives $127M from provincial government for upgradesA three-phase upgrade plan to the North End Sewage Treatment Plant, also known as the North End Water Pollution Control Center (NEWPCC), is receiving another massive investment from the Manitoba government.EnvironmentAug 29, 2020
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Swimmers, paddlers, kayakers take to ‘Lake Erie Challenge’ to protect lake’s healthSeven individuals participated in the Lake Erie Challenge, which raises awareness and funds for the health of the lake.EnvironmentAug 22, 2020
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