Zebra Mussels

• Alberta may require an annual pass for canoes, kayaks, jet skis and other watercraft

  Albertans who own watercraft, such as canoes, kayaks, jet skiis and other motorized boats may soon be forced to purchase an annual pass to use them in the province.

  Politics

  Jul 25, 2025
  
• Parks Canada to study Clear Lake after boat ban shocks users

  Some, speaking anecdotally, said it is a contentious issue, with community members divided on the proper course of action and how the decision will impact the area.

  Consumer

  May 23, 2025
  
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• Use of motorboats nixed on Manitoba’s Clear Lake in zebra mussel battle

  Parks Canada said Friday that, as part of its ongoing effort to thwart the spread of zebra mussels, motorized watercraft are banned from the lake for the season.

  Environment

  May 16, 2025
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• Alberta steps up efforts to keep invasive aquatic species out of the province

  The government of Alberta is stepping up enforcement efforts to keep the province free of zebra mussels and other invasive species.

  Environment

  Mar 7, 2025
• Clear Lake cottagers happy for clarity on zebra mussel battle

  Park officials announced Tuesday that it's no longer feasible to eradicate the invasive species, which have now been found beyond the area that was originally contained. 

  Environment

  Jan 29, 2025
• Parks Canada says eradicating zebra mussels in Manitoba park is ‘not feasible’

  Zebra mussels appear to be here to stay in Riding Mountain National Park in Manitoba, a popular boating destination for summer tourists.

  Trending

  Jan 28, 2025
• Manitoba shuts down zebra mussel prevention efforts in St. Malo reservoir

  The province now says 'environmental factors' have made its plan no longer feasible, and a drawdown of the reservoir is set to end shortly.

  Environment

  Oct 18, 2024
• Living juvenile zebra mussels discovered in Manitoba’s Clear Lake

  The invasive creatures were found on Friday and Saturday, and the discovery means parks staff will work with third-party experts in determine the best way to eradicate them.

  Environment

  Sep 24, 2024
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• Cabin owners concerned about Clear Lake after mussel containment curtain fails

  The removal of a containment curtain — installed in Clear Lake in the fight against zebra mussels — has cottagers at the popular Manitoba destination concerned for the future.

  Environment

  Sep 13, 2024
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• Summer zebra mussel inspections find hundreds of improperly cleaned watercraft

  A campaign between Aug. 23 and 25 led to inspections of 451 vehicles carrying watercraft, and a total of 153 had improperly cleaned or drained equipment.

  Environment

  Aug 30, 2024