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Lake Michigan-Huron is now the same level as it was at this time last year. - From a month ago the water levels on Lakes Superior, Michigan-Huron, St Clair & Erie are up 6, 3, 2 & 0 inches, respectively, and Lake Ontario is down 2 inches. Lakes Superior, Michigan-Huron, St Clair, Erie & Ontario are lower by 7, 0, 1, 0 & 12 inches, respectively, than they were at this time last year. Lakes Michigan-Huron, St Clair & Erie are 4, 9 & 9 inches, respectively, above their long-term June average, and Lake Superior & Ontario are 0 & 6 inches below, respectively. All the lakes remain well below their June record highs. - In a month’s time Lakes Superior & Michigan-Huron are expected to rise 2 & 0 inches, r
Sometimes simple actions can make a big difference. The FireSmart Begins at Home app engages homeowners in voluntary wildfire mitigation activities through a self-conducted home assessment. The app guides users through a series of questions about their property to help identify specific and unique actions that homeowners can take to reduce the impact of wildfires on homes and properties. Check out the app and more about the FireSmart program here. GBA also has some great resources and information on fire prevention for your cottage and home, here.
Lake Michigan-Huron is now 2 inches lower than it was at this time last year. - From a month ago the water levels on Lakes Superior, Michigan-Huron, St Clair & Erie are up 3, 2, 3 & 0 inches, respectively, and Lake Ontario is down 1 inch. Lakes Superior, Michigan-Huron, St Clair & Ontario are lower by 11, 2, 0 & 12 inches, respectively, and Lakes Erie is up 1 inch, than they were at this time last year. Lakes Michigan-Huron, St Clair & Erie are 3, 10 & 10 inches, respectively, above their long-term June average, and Lake Superior & Ontario are 2 & 5 inches below, respectively. All the lakes remain well below their June record highs. - In a month’s time Lakes Superior & Michigan-Huron are expected to rise 2
The Ontario-developed Clean Marine Program is an environmental program that ensures marinas follow best environmental practices to reduce and prevent water, air, and land pollution associated with recreational boating activities. Businesses that join the program undergo a 220-point assessment and scores from the evaluation are converted into an Eco-Rating system ranking from Bronze, Silver, Gold, Diamond and Diamond Elite. Re-assessments are mandatory every four years with self-assessments conducted annually. Clean Marine Program Eco-Rated Marinas proudly fly the Clean Marine environmental flag. As a boater, this is your assurance that the marina has adopted the highest environmental standards for marinas in the world. There are currently 40 marinas on the Bay that meet these
Lake Michigan-Huron is now only 1 inch lower than it was at this time last year. - From a month ago the water levels on Lakes Superior, Michigan-Huron, St Clair & Erie are up 3, 4, 2 & 0 inches, respectively, and Lake Ontario is down 1 inch. Lakes Superior, Michigan-Huron, St Clair & Ontario are lower by 11, 1, 0 & 12 inches, respectively, and Lakes Erie is up 1 inch, than they were at this time last year. Lakes Michigan-Huron, St Clair & Erie are 3, 10 & 10 inches, respectively, above their long-term June average, and Lake Superior & Ontario are 2 & 5 inches below, respectively. All the lakes remain well below their June record highs. - In a month’s time Lakes Superior & Michigan-Huron are expected to ris
A Pleasure Craft License (PCL) is a document issued by Transport Canada which contains a unique number used to trace a vessel to its owner. This number (displayed on the front of your boat) allows police and search and rescue personnel to access important information in an emergency and also supports accountability and compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Transport Canada is in the process of modernizing Pleasure Craft Licensing.It has passed the Canada Gazette 1 stage and is expected to become law this fall. The proposed changes to a PCL for all motorized vessels over 10hp will include: a PCL will be good for only 5 years now and will have a $24 fee Licenses will also now be required for all wind-powered vessels above 6 metres in length The new owner of a pl
Cruise ships have been visiting Georgian Bay for many years, but with a traffic increase of 40 percent since 2022, GBA had some questions about the potential environmental impacts of these trips. GBA understands the importance of cruise ships to tourism for local economies on the Bay, so our focus was to look into some questions and concerns raised by our members about blackwater, greywater, and garbage disposal. Through this information-gathering report, we were able to clarify several issues of potential concern: There are no designated sewage areas in the Great Lakes No cruise ship discharges their blackwater at any of the GB ports Four of the six cruise ships were able to confirm on-board treatment systems There are several laws and policies to regulate
As of August 1, 2024, new rules from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) could make it more cumbersome to travel across the border with a dog. The CDC has updated its dog and cat importation regulations to prevent the reintroduction of dog rabies to the United States. Starting on August 1, 2024, all dogs entering the United States must: Appear healthy upon arrival; Be at least six months of age; Be microchipped; and Be accompanied by a CDC Dog Import Form online submission receipt. Although Canada is on the list of countries that the CDC considers to be "low risk", these rules apply to all dogs, including dogs that left the United States and are returning. They also apply whether you are a U.S. citizen, legal U.S. resident, or foreign nationa
Recently five float homes have made their way through Lock 45 at Port Severn into Georgian Bay. Their final destination is unknown at this point. The Float Homes Not Vessels Coalition (a partnership between GBA and Gloucester Pool Cottage Association) remains steadfast in our advocacy efforts to ensure these are properly regulated. Why should we be concerned? These are not houseboats or floating, moored accommodation units, these differ, in that these float homes are made of used shipping containers being floated on rafts, cannot move on their own, and must be towed or pushed into their location causing safety and navigational concerns. Black water, grey water and garbage disposal lead the list of environmental concerns unlike floating homes that are moored, pay taxes, are con
Scientists have found evidence that the flathead catfish, a voracious species from the southern U.S., is now spawning in Ontario's Thames River. Over six years, researchers netted 11 catfish from the lower Thames River near Tilbury, including two juveniles. The sighting of juveniles in Canada strongly indicates that reproduction is occurring. Flathead catfish are already established in the Great Lakes basin, but, until recently, have stayed on the American side off Lake Erie. Researchers think their recent movement north may be the result of warming waters or a move to avoid overpopulation. A 2023 posting to iNaturalist shows the fish has moved up the Thames River and into the London area. Flathead catfish are a fierce predator wherever they are found and their large appetitie
Lake Michigan-Huron is now only 2 inches lower than it was at this time last year. - From a month ago the water levels on Lakes Superior, Michigan-Huron, St Clair, Erie & Ontario are up 4, 4, 3, 1 & 0 inches, respectively. Lakes Superior, Michigan-Huron, Erie & Ontario are lower by 11, 2, 0 & 14 inches, respectively, and Lake St Clair is up 2 inches, than they were at this time last year. Lakes Superior, Michigan-Huron, St Clair & Erie are 1, 5, 13 & 11 inches, respectively, above their long-term May average, and Lake Ontario is 3 inches below. All the lakes remain well below their May record highs. - In a month’s time Lakes Superior, Michigan-Huron, & Ontario are expected to rise by 3, 2, 1 & 0 inches, res
The Weather Network is predicting Ontario will see warmer-than-normal temperatures, lower-than-average rainfall and the potential for storms, wildfires and other hazards in it's summer forecast. June will bring periods of cooler weather, but the heat will build through July and August and linger into September. Heat can bring on localized drought conditions which can heighten the risk of wildfires and contributes to poor air quality. The heat may also help fuel powerful storms. Read more about the forecast here.