Blue-Green Algae

• Cyanobacteria advisory remains in place for Henderson Lake

  The presence of cyanobacteria has resulted in many advisories put into effect at local lakes and ponds across Alberta, including Henderson Lake in Lethbridge.

  Canada

  Sep 6
  
• Saskatchewan lakes a hot spot for toxic algae

  Peter Leavitt, a professor of biology with the University of Regina, said the Prairies are a breeding ground for toxic algae. He said 40 per cent of all Saskatchewan lakes have it.

  Canada

  Jul 30
  
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• Rogers Cove beach in Peterborough closed due to suspected blue-green algae blooms

  Peterborough Public Health closed Rogers Cove beach on Little Lake on Wednesday following the results of water samples with suspected blue-green algae blooms.

  Health

  Jul 10
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• Warm weather in N.S. prompts reminder to be on guard for harmful blue-green algae

  As the weather gets warmer, a warning for Nova Scotians to be on the lookout for blue-green algae as its toxic blooms can be deadly to pets and make people sick.

  Environment

  May 21
• 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 spotted in Conestogo Lake reservoir: GRCA

  The Grand River Conservation Authority has issued a warning that blue-green algae has been seen in the reservoir at Conestogo Lake.

  Canada

  Oct 4, 2023
• Possible blue-green algae blooms found in Saskatoon, testing underway

  Residents are being warned to stay away from the Blair Nelson storm pond as testing is underway to determine if there are blue-green algae blooms in the water.

  Canada

  Sep 28, 2023
• Blue-green algae advisory issued for Pigeon and Wizard lakes

  Alberta Health Services issued a blue-green algae (cyanobacteria) advisories for both Wizard Lake and the nearby Pigeon Lake, both located south of Edmonton.

  Environment

  Aug 18, 2023
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• Hamilton-area beach closed due to toxin-producing blue-green algae

  Public health tests on Monday revealed potentially harmful cyanobacteria lurking in waters near the Binbrook Conservation Area beach.

  Environment

  Aug 15, 2023
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• Blue-green algae advisory issued for Wabamun Lake ahead of August long weekend

  Lakegoers are advised to avoid all contact with blue-green algae, but AHS said areas of Wabamun Lake where the blooms are not visible can still be used for recreational purposes.

  Environment

  Aug 4, 2023