UPCOMING EVENTS
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Upcoming Events:
Groundwater and Agriculture in the Columbia Basin
April 2nd 2025 from 9:00 am to 10:30 am
Open to the Public
Careful management and allocation of groundwater is becoming increasingly important for agriculture as climate change impacts like drought intensify and demand for water increases. In the Columbia Basin, Living Lakes Canada has led a 400% increase in groundwater monitoring through the Columbia Basin Groundwater Monitoring Program and, more recently, an aquifer vulnerability assessment. Agriculture places […]
Love Local Lakes Presentation at the Kimberley Library
April 11th 2025 from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Open to the Public
REGISTRATION Join us at the Kimberley Library for a fun, informative, and interactive family event all about fresh water and lakes! This free, drop-in session is a great way to learn about Living Lakes Canada’s National Lake Blitz, a volunteer program that empowers individuals to monitor local lakes, track biodiversity, and understand the challenges affecting […]
5th Annual National Lake Blitz
May 1st 2025 12:00 am to September 30th 2025 12:00 am
Open to the Public
The National Lake Blitz is an annual volunteer program that empowers people across Canada to monitor lake health and biodiversity using simple tools, such as iNaturalist. Open to all, no scientific background is required. Volunteers receive step-by-step guides on data collection and entry, making participation easy and accessible. From May to September, volunteers gather valuable […]Past Events:
[Past] Selkirk College Hydrology Lab
March 11th 2025 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
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In partnership with Selkirk College, Living Lakes Canada will lead a lab session for second-year hydrology students in the Applied Environmental Science and Planning Technology diploma program. The demonstration will teach students how to measure water velocity and discharge in rivers and streams using the Sontek FlowTracker 2. The session includes an in-class demonstration of […]
[Past] Alberta Groundwater Program Community Meetings
March 5th 2025 12:00 am to March 13th 2025 12:00 am
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Living Lakes Canada and Oldman Watershed Council are inviting southern Alberta residents to share their water concerns and priorities for a new community-based groundwater monitoring initiative. This program aims to enhance water management, raise awareness of groundwater sources, and ensure sustainable water use for future generations. Your input will directly contribute to the development of […]
[Past] Yukon Lakes Virtual Roundtable
February 27th 2025 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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This half-day event will facilitate knowledge sharing on current lake projects and ongoing research across the Yukon and transboundary watersheds. Building on the momentum from our 2023 Celebrating The Lakes gathering and the resulting recommendations, this event promises to inspire collaboration and deepen our understanding of Yukon lakes. The event will include speakers from Carcross/Tagish […]
[Past] Advancing Community-Led Salmon Habitat Monitoring Workshop
February 25th 2025 9:00 am to February 26th 2025 3:00 pm
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The workshop is co-hosted by the Pacific Salmon Foundation and the Snuneymuxw First Nation, and will be held on the traditional, unceded territories of the Snuneymuxw First Nation in Nanaimo on February 25-26, 2025. As part of this workshop, Living Lakes Canada will be delivering a presentation on community-centered water data management.
[Past] Village of Canal Flats Water Protection and Conservation Advisory Committee Meeting Presentation
January 6th 2025 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm
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Living Lakes Canada will lead a presentation and discussion at the Village of Canal Flats Water Protection and Conservation Advisory Committee meeting on January 6th, 2025. We will share data collected through our water monitoring programs, including measurements of groundwater levels and temperature, as well as stream levels, flow, and temperature. This data is publicly […]
[Past] Nerdy about Nature: Making Watershed Science Accessible through Social Media with Ross Reid
November 20th 2024 from 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm
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Open to the Public
In today’s digital landscape, social media plays a vital role in science communications. Ross Reid, the creative force behind the social media sensation Nerdy About Nature, has nearly 300K followers on Instagram and 200K followers on TikTok. Ross will offer a glimpse into his captivating project, share clips of his favourite social media videos, and provide insights into promoting […]
[Past] Slocan Lake Stewardship Society AGM
November 5th 2024 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
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Open to the Public
Slocan Lake Stewardship Society will be holding a virtual annual general meeting on Tuesday, November 5th. As part of the event Living Lakes Canada’s Paige Thurston will deliver a presentation focusing on the work of the Columbia Basin Water Monitoring Framework in the Slocan Valley. Banner image of the Slocan Lake by Camille Leblanc.
[Past] Selkirk College Groundwater Lab
November 4th 2024 8:00 am to November 7th 2024 12:00 pm
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Over three days, Living Lakes Canada will guide a groundwater lab hosted at the on-campus Volunteer Observation Well. As part of the hydrology class in the Selkirk College School of Environment and Geomatics, this lab will allow students to apply concepts learned in class to a real-world setting. Students will gain valuable hands-on experience with using […]
[Past] Canadian Open Data Summit
October 30th 2024 8:00 am to October 31st 2024 4:00 pm
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Open to the Public
The Canadian Open Data Summit 2024 will be held in Edmonton, bringing together leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts to explore the transformative power of open data. This year’s summit focuses on key themes shaping our future: Housing Crisis: Data Perspectives, where experts will examine how open data can provide insights and solutions to address housing challenges; […]
[Past] Nechako Watershed Roundtable Lakes Monitoring Working Group Meeting
October 21st 2024 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
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Living Lakes Canada’s Foreshore Integrated Management Planning team will be attending the Nechako Watershed Roundtable’s Lakes Monitoring Working Group Meeting to connect with other organizations and individuals that have projects occurring on the large lakes of the Nechako watershed.
[Past] CMI Annual Researchers’ Forum: From Valley Bottom to Mountains Tops
October 8th 2024 12:30 am to October 9th 2024 12:00 am
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Open to the Public
The Columbia Mountains Institute of Applied Ecology (CMI) will host an annual event where they gather members of the scientific community, Indigenous community members and representatives, stewardship groups, and interested individuals to provide updates on ecological projects taking place in southeastern British Columbia. As part of the event Living Lakes Canada will deliver a presentation […]
[Past] National Freshwater Data Strategy Workshop
September 25th 2024 8:00 am to September 26th 2024 12:00 am
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The Canada Water Agency (CWA) is committed to developing a National Freshwater Data Strategy in collaboration with partners and stakeholders. The Strategy will include principles for data management to improve the discoverability, accessibility, and usability of freshwater data in Canada. This, in turn, will help inform freshwater decision-making and enhance understanding. As a first step, […]
[Past] Nelson City Council Committee of the Whole: Cottonwood Creek Presentation
September 24th 2024 from 4:30 pm to 12:00 am
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Living Lakes Canada will attend the Nelson City Council’s Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday, September 24th, to present our Cottonwood Creek Restoration proposal for council review. Learn more about this project here: https://livinglakescanada.ca/project/watershed-restoration-program/
[Past] Coalition Impact Sessions: Watershed Security & Wildfire Resilience
September 16th 2024 from 12:00 am to 12:00 am
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As wildfires in British Columbia continue to escalate in frequency and intensity, understanding their connection to drought and the broader implications for watershed security in your home community is crucial. Oliver Brandes and Andrea Barnett will explore best practices, reforms, and solutions for watershed security and land-water management featured in the Learning to Live with […]
[Past] Art Meets Science: Climate Action and the Power of Art with Jill Pelto
August 28th 2024 from 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm
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Open to the Public
The dynamic fusion of art and science has the power to move hearts and minds. Climate artist Jill Pelto will illuminate the urgency of climate change and speak to how art can effectively communicate scientific concepts in accessible and engaging ways. Jill will share her breathtaking artwork and provide insights into the vital role of […]
[Past] Kokanee Creek Nature Center Talk
July 31st 2024 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm
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Open to the Public
Living Lakes Canada will give a presentation at the theater in the Kokanee Creek Nature Center on the Columbia Basin Water Monitoring Framework and High Elevation Monitoring Program. This hour-long talk will highlight our work in the West Kootenay region, including Kokanee Glacier Provincial Park. We invite campers, visitors and local residents to join this […]
[Past] Webinar: Southwest Alberta Groundwater Project Launch
July 25th 2024 from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
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Open to the Public
Join Living Lakes Canada and the Oldman Watershed Council for an enlightening online event exploring the state of groundwater in Alberta and introducing our new groundwater monitoring project that’s being piloted in the Oldman River Basin. The webinar will feature presentations and insights from a range of knowledgeable speakers, including experts from the University of […]
[Past] Fire and Flow: Exploring Wildfires and Watersheds with Geographer François-Nicolas Robinne
July 24th 2024 from 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm
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Discover how wildfires threaten water security and influence watershed dynamics as summer heats up. Geographer and wildfire researcher François-Nicolas Robinne will explore the complexities of wildfire behaviour and shed light on both the challenges and positive impacts. François-Nicolas will offer a nuanced perspective on this natural phenomenon and give participants insight into the fascinating interplay […]
[Past] Lake Country Farmers Market Outreach Booth
July 19th 2024 3:00 pm to August 23rd 2024 8:00 pm
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Living Lakes Canada will host an outreach booth at the Lake Country Farmers Market on July 19th, August 2nd, and August 23rd. Come visit our booth and learn about the upcoming Foreshore Integrated Management Planning survey on the shorelines of Wood and Kalamalka Lakes, along with Living Lakes Canada’s other freshwater science and stewardship programs.
[Past] Columbia River Field School
July 19th 2024 from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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Wildsight’s Columbia River Field School takes place over 15 days and is an opportunity for youth ages 15-18 to explore and learn about the Columbia River by way of canoe. Along their 15 day canoe trip they make stops to learn and interact with various groups of people. Youth participants explore topics such as Indigenous […]
[Past] Watershed Workshop with the University of Calgary
July 17th 2024 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
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The Watershed Workshop will take participants on an exploration of their local watershed to understand how the condition of the aquatic environment changes as water interacts with different types of land use. The workshop will take participants to 1-2 sites where monitoring of water quality and quantity will be conducted and biological samples will be […]
[Past] Yukon Water Quality Monitoring Course
July 9th 2024 9:00 am to July 10th 2024 4:00 pm
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Living Lakes Canada will be partnering alongside Yukon Parks and the department’s Water Resources branch to deliver a lake water quality monitoring training course this summer. We are inviting Indigenous government staff to participate. The water quality in territorial parks is an important part of ecological integrity. Yukon Parks continues to explore ways to work […]
[Past] Lake Monitoring Workshop with Wildsight’s Youth Climate Corps
July 3rd 2024 9:00 am to July 4th 2024 4:00 pm
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Living Lakes Canada is delivering a Lake Monitoring Workshop for Wildsight’s Youth Climate Corps. This workshop will teach participants about lake monitoring and freshwater ecosystems while training them in practical water quality monitoring skills. At the end of the workshop the participants will have the knowledge and skills necessary to steward their local lakes and […]
[Past] Indigenous Rights and Environmental Justice: Insights from Author and Human Rights Defender Clayton Thomas-Müller
June 26th 2024 from 5:30 pm to 6:00 pm
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This Summer Speaker Series welcomes Clayton Thomas-Müller, a prominent author, Indigenous rights advocate and environmental justice champion from Treaty #6 based Mathias Colomb Cree Nation (also known as Pukatawagan) in Northern Manitoba. Clayton will delve into the importance of lake ecosystems and fostering water literacy, and share details about his work to fight against the […]
[Past] Blueberry River First Nations: CABIN, Watershed Workshop and Targeted eDNA Training
June 10th 2024 9:00 am to June 14th 2024 5:00 pm
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Training Schedule: June 10 – 11th: Canadian Aquatic Biomonitoring Network (CABIN) Training with certified CABIN Trainer Allison Lutz and Living Lakes Canada June 12th: Watershed Workshop with Living Lakes Canada June 13 – 14th: Targeted eDNA Training with Jared Hobbs Ecological Consulting Ltd and Living Lakes Canada During this multiday event Blueberry River First Nations […]
[Past] Columbia Wetlands Stewardship Partners AGM
June 3rd 2024 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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As a member of the Columbia Wetlands Stewardship Partners, Living Lakes Canada delivered a presentation at the organization’s annual general meeting in Radium Hot Springs. The presentation titled ” Drought impacts in the Columbia Basin and LLC activities to address it” covered the monitoring that Living Lakes Canada is implementing across the Canadian Columbia Basin […]
[Past] 2024 Lake Biodiversity Photo Challenge
June 1st 2024 12:00 am to July 31st 2024 12:00 am
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