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August 22, 2014
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Update: We are now sold out of the Fiddlehead Fern prints.

Update: LWF has a small number of matted prints in our office, ready for purchase. We’ve also been told that we can likely get orders matted in less than six weeks. Call or email us (or just drop in) to buy yours today!

LWF is thrilled to announce our newest fundraising endeavor, a limited-edition Lake Winnipeg watershed plant print sale!

These wood engraving prints are a piece of local art history that depict the unique ecological beauty in Manitoba’s backyard.

A joint fundraiser in support of the Lake Winnipeg Foundation and...

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Created in the 1940s and 50s by celebrated artist Henry Eric Bergman (1893 - 1958), these vintage wood engraving prints are a piece of local art history that depict the unique ecological beauty in Manitoba’s backyard. Featuring plants found within Lake Winnipeg’s watershed, each print comes mounted on an 8 x 10, acid-free, archival mat – all that’s missing is the frame! Prints can be picked up at LWF’s office or shipped to you within Canada for an additional $15 – remember to add shipping costs to your cart when placing your order online.
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A special LWF members' meeting is being held:

  • Thursday, Oct. 2nd, 2014, 7 p.m.
  • St. Boniface Library, 100-131 Provencher Blvd., Winnipeg
  • Room (Salle) Marie Lynne Bernard

The purpose of this special meeting is to ratify approval of motions made by the Board of Directors, in compliance with the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act, as required by Corporations Canada.

In order to be in compliance with the act and maintain our charitable status, we need the support of two-thirds of members in attendance at this meeting. New members are welcome; donations of $50 or more can be made at the door...

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LWF
August 14, 2014
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Attention all LWF members: You’re invited to a special Lake Winnipeg Foundation members’ meeting.

  • Thursday, Oct. 2nd, 2014, 7 p.m.
  • St. Boniface Library, 100-131 Provencher Blvd., Winnipeg
  • Room (Salle) Marie Lynne Bernard

The purpose of this special meeting is to ratify approval of motions made by the Board of Directors, in compliance with the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act, as required by Corporations Canada.

In order to be in compliance with the act and maintain our charitable status, we need the support of two-thirds of members in attendance at this meeting. New members are welcome...

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LWF
May 23, 2014
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Here's a great video about the Manitoba Museum's latest interactive exhibit — complete with apperances by LWF executive director Alexis and Alex Salki, chair of LWF's Science Advisory Council.

The Lake Winnipeg Foundation is committed to restoring and protecting the health of Lake Winnipeg and its watershed – but we can’t do it alone.

LWF relies on donations from individuals and organizations who share our vision. The generosity of our supporters enables us to grow our capacity, fund more research and push for meaningful changes that will help us achieve our goal of a clean, healthy Lake Winnipeg and watershed now and for future generations.

The success of our work is dependent on the trust and support of lake-lovers from across the province and country. We recognize the need to...

LWF offers free educational presentations in English and French about Lake Winnipeg and its watershed to school (K-12) and community groups.*

These engaging presentations are accompanied by a PowerPoint slide show and are tailored to different age groups and curriculum concepts. Each presentation includes:

  • Information about Lake Winnipeg and its watershed;
  • An introduction to the root causes of the current health challenges facing the lake (e.g. algal blooms, invasive species);
  • The history of LWF – who we are and what we do;
  • An overview of the Lake Winnipeg Health Plan (LWF’s evidence-based...

Lake-a-thon is LWF's annual fundraising campaign.

The Lake Winnipeg Foundation’s annual Alexander Bajkov Award is named in honour of the pioneering researcher of Lake Winnipeg.

The award recognizes individuals who exemplify Dr. Bajkov’s dedication to the understanding of Lake Winnipeg, and who demonstrate outstanding efforts to protect and restore the lake and its watershed.

Nominees will have contributed to Lake Winnipeg in the fields of science, art, environmental stewardship, education and/or advocacy. Nominations are considered by an independent panel of judges and announcement of the award recipient in made in the spring.

Many people...

LWF hosts outeach and fundraising events in communities across Manitoba all year long, with our signature campaign, Walk for Water, taking place each summer. In addition, many lake-lovers choose to independently organize their own activities.

Proceeds raised from fundraising events support LWF’s work to restore and protect Lake Winnipeg. Get involved and be part of the solution!

Organize an event

Each year, concerned lake-lovers of all ages and from all walks of life organize their own events in support of a healthy Lake Winnipeg. Proceeds raised from these events support our ongoing work to...

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