Zebra Mussel

• Alberta initiates campaign to keep invasive species out of waterways

  Alberta is currently free of zebra and quagga mussels but they are found in Manitoba and Ontario and can easily spread through boats travelling across provincial borders.

  Environment

  Jun 14, 2024
  
• Zebra mussels detected in products sold in Saskatchewan

  Zebra mussels have been detected in moss/algal ball products in Saskatchewan, which are often sold as Marimo Moss Balls.

  Environment

  Mar 11, 2021
  
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• Maritime aquarium owners warned to watch for invasive mussels in decorative plant

  Zebra mussels may look harmless and inconspicuous — they only get about as large as a thumbnail — but they are considered one of the worst aquatic invasive species around.  

  Environment

  Mar 11, 2021
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• Calls made for 24-hour mandatory boat inspections at Osoyoos border crossing to combat spread of invasive mussels

  Calls are being made for around-the-clock boat inspections to stop the spread of invasive mussels into B.C. waters.

  Environment

  Aug 24, 2018
• Province issues first fines for zebra mussel contaminated boats in Manitoba

  Zebra mussels have been invading Lake Winnipeg since they were first detected in Manitoba waterways in 2013 but it was just within the past few weeks the first ever fine was handed out.

  Oct 4, 2017
• Christy Clark hits her riding to announce invasive mussel action

  "I certainly know once it comes there is no stopping it,"

  Canada

  Mar 30, 2017
• The effect millions of zebra mussels could have on Manitoba ecosystems, infrastructure

  They are reproducing by the millions and have the potential to completely blanket lake bottoms, boats and pipes. Zebra mussels are becoming a growing concern in Manitoba and have already infested three bodies of water.

  Aug 17, 2016
• Water quality group gets rejuvenated in south Okanagan

  The group will now be able to focus on helping the province tackle a potential mussel invasion through awareness programs.

  May 30, 2016
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• “Lake Winnipeg is not dead”: expert on zebra mussels

  They have the potential to completely carpet the bottom of lakes, clog pipes and boat motors, and deplete certain types of fish. While zebra mussels are a growing concern on Lake Winnipeg and neighboring bodies of water, one local researcher says that doesn't mean people should throw up their hands and say it's a lost cause.

  Environment

  Nov 20, 2015
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• If you think zebra mussels are bad, experts say quagga mussels could be far worse for Manitoba

  The docks have been pulled and the piers on Lake Winnipeg have been put away. The lake is at rest for the winter season but those who live on it are uneasy.

  Environment

  Nov 20, 2015