Compare and contrast: Q&A: Earth scientist discusses the shrinking waters of the Colorado River

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The Colorado River is divided up in multiple ways to supply water for people, land irrigation, industries, cities and ecosystems. It’s a vital but limited resource for many, and decisions made by one agency or user can have ripple effects on others. This complexity makes it an incredibly engaging challenge from a scientific perspective while also being an urgent societal issue. Click here to read the story. Click the following link for more information on Governance.

Ducks Unlimited Canada celebrates Manitoba’s wetlands on DUC Day

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Even though wetlands keep water on the landscape in times of drought, help mitigate flooding and remove contaminants from water to keep lakes and rivers clean, these precious ecosystems are vanishing at an alarming rate. Today, only half of the world’s wetlands remain, and their loss creates major challenges for the environment, for communities and for people. Click here to read the story.

Water levels on Ottawa River increasing, but no indicators of concern at this time

CTV News

“While there are no indicators of concern at this time, it is important to remember that spring water levels depend on several factors including the timing and amount of rainfall during the months of March, April and May. Weather conditions that bring a rapid melt of the snow or heavy rainfall events can only be known a few days in advance,” the board said. Click here to read the story. Click the following link for more information on Flood.

Changing water supply in Canada’s north: Navigating the water shortage in the Northwest Territories

Water Canada

When most people think of the Northwest Territories (NWT), they think of a land with bodies of water scattered throughout a vast, primarily open landscape. It’s what many of us were taught in school and, when you look at a standard map of the region, it is an easy impression to retain. Yet, despite these numerous lakes and rivers, the territory finds itself in an unprecedented water shortage, one not seen before. Click here to read the story. Click the following link for more information on Drought.

Compare and contrast: Water cooperation is essential when countries share lakes and rivers – yet it’s been deteriorating in many places, with serious consequences

The Conversation – United States

Just over half the world’s population shares a river or lake basin with at least one other country. To sustainably manage those water resources for the health of people, ecosystems and economies, neighboring countries must work together. However, many countries have been less willing to cooperate in recent years, even to protect a resource as vital as freshwater. Click here to read the story. Click the following link for more information on Governance.

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Compare and contrast: Q&A: Earth scientist discusses the shrinking waters of the Colorado River

Ducks Unlimited Canada celebrates Manitoba’s wetlands on DUC Day

Water levels on Ottawa River increasing, but no indicators of concern at this time

Changing water supply in Canada’s north: Navigating the water shortage in the Northwest Territories

Compare and contrast: Water cooperation is essential when countries share lakes and rivers – yet it’s been deteriorating in many places, with serious consequences

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