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Anonymous (not verified)
September 27, 2023
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In the leadup to Manitoba’s Oct. 3 election, we asked all six provincial parties to commit to achieving phosphorus compliance at Winnipeg’s largest sewage treatment plant, the North End Water Pollution Control Centre (NEWPCC).

Only the New Democratic Party of Manitoba (NDP) responded to us. This is the statement we received.

It’s disappointing that no party chose to commit directly to the specific actions required to achieve phosphorus compliance at Winnipeg’s north end plant. So many Manitobans care deeply about the health of Lake Winnipeg, and have called upon successive provincial...

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Anonymous (not verified)
September 13, 2023
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For years, successive provincial governments have ignored the phosphorus pollution released by Winnipeg’s North End Water Pollution Control Centre (NEWPCC). This provincial election, join us in calling for phosphorus compliance at Winnipeg’s largest sewage treatment plant.

Excess phosphorus is the cause of harmful algal blooms on Lake Winnipeg – and NEWPCC is the single largest point source of phosphorus flowing into the lake. In 2005, the province set a phosphorus limit of 1.0 mg/L in NEWPCC’s operating licence. Almost 20 years later, NEWPCC remains non-compliant with this limit – and two...

Join together with other lake-lovers in a show of community support for a healthy Lake Winnipeg!

LWF’s signature family-friendly event raises funds for evidence-based advocacy to reduce phosphorus loading and protect the lake. Get involved and be part of the solution!

Date: Sunday, August 13
Location: Victoria Beach, Arthur Vincent Memorial Stage (on the Village Green)
Check-in: 9:30 a.m., walk begins at 10:00 a.m. 
Distance: 2.5 km

Donate online: Visit the Walk for Water 2023 online campaign page to make a secure donation.

Participate in person:

  • Collect donations for your walk from your...
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Join us in Victoria Beach on Thursday, July 27, to learn how the Lake Winnipeg Community-Based Monitoring Network is pointing the way towards solutions for Lake Winnipeg.

Presented by the Victoria Beach & District Walk for Water Committee, this evening event will feature a presentation by LWF Executive Director Alexis Kanu followed by a Q&A. Plus, make sure to stop by our outreach table to pick up information you can use to advocate for the lake!

When: Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.)
Where: East Beaches Social Scene, 3 Ateah Rd in Victoria Beach. Note: this...

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LWF
July 6, 2023
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Manitoba’s water strategy action plan has ignored available phosphorus data that could improve water decision-making and protect Lake Winnipeg – despite stated objectives to support community-based monitoring and increase collaboration and sharing of water data.

Released July 5, 2023, the plan identifies 72 actions meant to advance the goals and objectives found within a broader water management strategy framework released in November 2022.

Manitoba Environment and Climate had previously solicited public feedback to inform the development of the action plan. Our April 2023 submission...

Join us in Ponemah on Saturday, July 29, to learn about current advocacy campaigns to protect Lake Winnipeg – and how you can get involved!

This event will feature a presentation by LWF Executive Director Alexis Kanu on evidence-based phosphorus reduction, followed by a Q&A. Plus, make sure to stop by our outreach table to pick up information and other materials you can use to speak up for the lake!

Where: Ponemah Beach Central Art Centre, 27 Central Ave, Dunnottar
When: Saturday, July 29, 10 a.m.

Open to all and free to attend with refreshments provided.

Thank you to Age Friendly...

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LWF
June 29, 2023
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This spring’s Budget 2023 commitment of $650 million over 10 years for a national Freshwater Action Plan is significant – but it’s just the beginning of a sustained effort to protect Lake Winnipeg.

Last year, LWF members successfully called for renewed federal funding. The March 2023 budget announcement shows that our collective advocacy is making a difference. Thank you to everyone whose efforts made this success possible!

Now, we’re thanking Canada’s Environment and Climate Change Minister Steven Guilbeault for this new funding commitment. We’re also reminding him of the importance of...

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LWF
June 13, 2023
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This year marks an exciting new beginning for LWF, as we launch our 2023-2027 strategic plan!

Our new plan was collaboratively developed by LWF board and staff as part of an in-depth, two-year process. Together, we reviewed past achievements, considered emerging challenges, acknowledged our organizational strengths and identified opportunities for improvement. We encouraged ourselves to dream big – and we challenged ourselves to have honest conversations.

The result of that hard work is a new plan that establishes four high-level goals related to membership, advocacy, evidence and resilience...

Returning for another year on Friday, Aug. 11, this fundraising group ride will challenge cyclists to pedal from Winnipeg to Victoria Beach in support of a healthy Lake Winnipeg.

Since the first ride in 2020, Bike to the Beach has inspired record-breaking levels of community support – and we are excited to continue building on this momentum. All funds raised are used by LWF to support evidence-based advocacy to reduce phosphorus loading to Lake Winnipeg.

Please join us in supporting these determined cyclists in their efforts! 

Visit the Bike to the Beach 2023 online campaign page to donate...

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Join us on Wednesday, May 17 for our 2023 Annual General Meeting!

New this year, we are hosting a hybrid event. If you’d like to attend in person, we’ll be meeting at FortWhyte Alive (1961 McCreary Rd) in Winnipeg. If you’d prefer to attend online, our AGM will also be available as a live, virtual event.

Important reminder to all LWF members: voting on AGM business will take place online in advance of the AGM, between April 19 and May 15.

All LWF members in good standing have the right to vote; the 2023 AGM agenda and all other materials, as well as a link to the online voting platform, are...

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