Algae Blooms

• 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.'

  Environment

  Oct 17, 2023
  
• Blue-green algae health warnings issued for 3 lakes in Nicola region

  According to IH, cyanobacteria can produce several types of toxin that can be poisonous to people, pets and livestock.

  Canada

  Jul 28, 2023
  
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• Rogers Cove beach in Peterborough closed again as blue-green algae blooms return

  On Friday morning, Peterborough Public Health reported blue-green algae blooms have reappeared at Rogers Cove. The beach is once again closed 'until further notice.'

  Health

  Jul 28, 2023
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• Peterborough beaches remain closed due to blue-green algae blooms

  Peterborough Public Health closed beaches at Beavermead Park and Rogers Cove after the algae blooms were discovered Friday during routine water testing by staff.

  Health

  Jul 18, 2023
• Algae blooms force closure of Rogers Cove, Beavermead Park beaches in Peterborough

  Peterborough 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.

  Environment

  Jul 14, 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
• 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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• Winnipeg sewage plant receives $127M from provincial government for upgrades

  A 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.

  Environment

  Aug 29, 2020
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• Swimmers, paddlers, kayakers take to ‘Lake Erie Challenge’ to protect lake’s health

  Seven individuals participated in the Lake Erie Challenge, which raises awareness and funds for the health of the lake. 

  Environment

  Aug 22, 2020