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阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is committed to providing a range of educational programs on fresh-water ecosystems, water irrigation practices, and water management and conservation for both local and national communities. our offerings include free and paid opportunities:

1. aki kikinomakaywin camp: in collaboration with confederation college, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 hosts the aki kikinomakaywin camp (meaning learning on the land), a week-long educational program that provides indigenous youth with hands-on training in science, technology, engineering arts and mathematics.  this initiative emphasizes the deep cultural connection to water, including fresh-water ecosystems, water management and conservation.
2. ontario master naturalist certificate program: the ontario master naturalist certificate program is aimed at naturalists and those dedicated to environmental stewardship, empowering them to learn and share knowledge of the natural world and engage as stewards of their local ecosystems and resources.  the program includes eight modules including wetlands and water conservation.
3. lake superior living labs network (lslln):  阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is a member of the lake superior living labs network, a collaborative that brings together multiple academic institutions and community partners. the lslln provides free opportunities for local and national participants throughout the year.  these opportunities revolve around the study and conservation of the freshwater ecosystem of lake superior.  the network also includes members from other regions including the united states, promoting collaboration efforts in freshwater ecosystems.
4. water resource science: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 offers a paid undergraduate degree program in water resource science.  located on the shores of lake superior at our thunder bay campus, this program takes full advantage of the university’s unique natural laboratory.  世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 engage in experiential learning in this pristine freshwater environment, gaining practice insights into water management conservation practices. 

these educational programs reflect our commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering community engagement in vital areas of freshwater ecosystems, water management and conservation. 

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is actively engaged in providing educational programs and outreach initiatives for both local and national communities on the sustainable management of fisheries, aquaculture and tourism.  our commitment to advance these areas include free and paid opportunities:

1. education programs: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 provides paid degree programs in environmental management and environmental sustainability.  these programs offer 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 a comprehensive understanding of natural processes in environmental ecosystems, these include courses in fish and wildlife conservation and management, conservation planning and management and sustainable land use.
2. microcredential:  阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 also offers a paid microcredential program known as the ontario professional tourism industry specialist (optis) / northern ontario professional tourism industry specialist (noptis) to foster growth in the tourism industry. 
3. aquatic toxicology research centre (atrc): 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is home to the aquatic toxicology research centre (atrc) which conducts regulatory testing and monitoring of effluent impacts on aquatic organisms.  this research is particularly relevant for industries such as pulp and paper mills, mines and municipalities, helping to assess and mitigate potential environmental impacts.  the atrc serves clients across the north shore, contributing to the protection of aquatic ecosystems.
4. research collaborations: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is collaborating with the iisd experimental lakes area, myera group and indigenous communities on a multi-year research project to study water quality and aquatic ecosystem health associated with co-culture of fish and wild rice. the project aims to evaluate the capacity of wild rice to bioremediate aquaculture waste products and determine what beneficial effects the plants can receive from this treatment in terms of growth and nutrient composition. the project will develop and implement community-based water quality monitoring, assess the health of resident fish and the quality of aquatic habitats, and allow sustainable practices to be established for the co-culture of fish and wild rice by indigenous communities.

through these academic programs, research initiatives, and collaborative efforts, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 strives to inform and empower local and national communities in the sustainable management of fisheries, aquaculture, and tourism, ensuring the responsible use of natural resources and the preservation of our valuable ecosystems.

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is involved in providing educational outreach activities for local and national communities to raise awareness about overfishing, illegal, unreported and unregulated (iuu) fishing, as well as destructive fishing practices.  our offerings include free and paid opportunities:

1. education programs: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 provides paid degree programs in environmental management and environmental sustainability.  these programs offer 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 a comprehensive understanding of natural processes in environmental ecosystems, these include courses in fish and wildlife conservation and management, conservation planning and management and sustainable land use.
2. research at the international institute for sustainable development (iisd) - experimental lakes area: dr. michael rennie, a canada research chair in freshwater ecology and fisheries at 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 conducts applied research at the iisd - experimental lakes area aimed at shaping environmental and natural resource policy through investigating impacts of human activities in the natural environment (e.g. aquaculture), evaluating variation in fish movement, food web and population structure in large lakes, and how variation can inform better management.
3. research collaborations: lake superior living labs network in partnership with 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 and batchewana first nation explored the connection between sustainable fisheries to sustainable food systems. as a result of this work, a community partnership was established regarding indigenous fisheries governance and to understand the struggles the community faces related to fishing rights and food sovereignty. more information can be found here.

researchers from 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 , the university of toronto and the ontario ministry of natural resources and forestry explored new approaches to measure fish populations.  testing on lake trout populations showed that the new approach provides precise estimates comparable to traditional long-term methods, with potential applications for other ecological studies.  details of this project can be found here.

through these educational outreach activities, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 aims to empower local and national communities with knowledge and resources to address the issues of overfishing, iuu fishing, and destructive fishing practices. the university is committed to fostering a sense of shared responsibility for the protection and sustainable use of marine resources. 

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 supports and organises events aimed at promoting the conservation and sustainable utilisation of oceans, seas, lakes, rivers and marine resources.  examples of initiatives and events organised include:

1. aki kikinomakaywin camp: in collaboration with confederation college, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 hosts the aki kikinomakaywin camp (meaning learning on the land), a week-long educational program that provides indigenous youth with hands-on training in science, technology, engineering arts and mathematics.  this initiative emphasizes the deep cultural connection to water, highlighting the belief that water is life, that possesses a spirit and is medicine.
2. speakers and seminars:  阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 hosts various events throughout the year featuring experts in water conservation and sustainable utilisation.  these events aim to raise awareness about pressing issues and share innovation solutions for sustainable practices.  by engaging with the community, lakehead inspires a collective commitment to protecting our precious aquatic ecosystems.  in 2024, this included hosting a world water day “protecting our waters” webinar event which featured indigenous speakers and scholars addressing sustainable management of freshwater resources.
3. lake superior living labs network (lslln):  阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is a key partner in the lake superior living labs network, a collaborative platform that facilitates partnerships between academic institutions, government and community groups. this network is dedicated to safeguarding the lake superior watershed, covering aspects related to water, land, food, climate, and energy. throughout the year, the lslln hosts various events centred around the conservation and sustainable utilisation of water resources. these events include activities for world water day and initiatives that explore indigenous connections to the lake superior watershed.
4. thunder bay remedial action plan: operated within 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 , the thunder bay remedial action plan focuses on addressing environmental impairments in “areas of concern” on the great lakes.  these impairments encompass chemical, physical and biological degradation, leading to pollution and habitat degradation.  the remedial action plan serves as a vital hub, fostering collaboration between public and private stakeholders who work collectively to protect and rehabilitate areas on lake superior.  events and news can be found here.

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 conference and food service is responsible for supplying a diverse range of food services, including seafood to our university’s dining hall, campus food outlets and events, and catering operations.  in our commitment to safeguarding aquatic ecosystems, lakehead prioritizes sustainable sourcing practices.

operationally, lakehead's procurement policy includes a commitment that all procurement activities are ethical, efficient, accountable and sustainable. this commitment is also reflected in our sustainability plan, which commitments to ensuring dining services purchase food and beverages that are third party verified to be ecologically sound, fair and humane.   through goals identified in the sustainability plan, lakehead continues to increase support of sustainable food systems and minimize the purchase of conventionally produced animal products. 

aramark, the contracted food service provider at lakehead thunder bay endeavours to source its food supply from sustainable food systems. this is evident through its green thread environment sustainability platform/policy. aramark has a chain of custody certification that provides assurance that all seafood used are marine stewardship council (msc) and aquaculture certification scheme (asc) certified.  the msc and asc certification sets high standards for sustainable fishing ensuring fish populations are healthy and ecosystems are preserved; and sustainably farmed to protect the environment, animal welfare, water quality and social responsibility. nationally, aramark is working toward a goal of sourcing 100% sustainably sourced fish and seafood from local sources, either grown or caught within provincial borders from small and medium-scale community-based fisheries where possible. 

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is engaged in research and industry partnerships aimed at preserving and expanding existing ecosystems and their biodiversity, with a particular focus on ecosystems that are under threat.

the greenwood lake conservation reserve was established by 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 with a unique remnant of old-growth white pine in the western part of ontario. research is conducted to understand the conditions to help restore the white pines in the ontario forests.

lakehead's aquatic toxicology research centre (atrc) specializes in regulatory testing-monitoring the effect of effluents on aquatic organisms from pulp and paper mills, mines and related industrial discharges in northwestern ontario, in addition, the atrc offers various toxicity testing services to industry & government. 

dr. robert stewart in the department of geography at 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 leads the development and network of the lake superior remedial action plan which examines issues pertinent to freshwater coastal regions including environmental biodiversity, and rehabilitation of environmental pollutants.

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is engaged in research and partnerships with industry that directly contribute to minimizing or preventing damage to aquatic ecosystems.  this commitment is exemplified by several ongoing projects and collaborations led by university experts:

1. great lakes freshwater initiatives:  in 2023, the ministry of environment and climate change funded several 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 freshwater projects to support region-specific actions to restore water quality and ecosystem health.  these projects include restoring riparian and coastal habitat for fish and wildlife, community engagement initiatives and developing new wetland to restore cold-water creek system.
2. aquatic toxicology research centre (atrc): 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is home to the aquatic toxicology research centre (atrc) which conducts regulatory testing and monitoring of effluent impacts on aquatic organisms.  this research is particularly relevant for industries such as pulp and paper mills, mines and municipalities, helping to assess and mitigate potential environmental impacts.  the atrc serves industry clients across the north shore, contributing to the protection and preventing damage to aquatic ecosystems.
3. freshwater coastal management research group:  dr. robert stewart leads an interdisciplinary group examining issues related to freshwater coastal regions including coastal zone management and source water protection.  his work also includes the development of remedial action plans (raps) along the north shore of lake superior to reduce and eliminate threats to aquatic ecosystems. 
4. food & fishery systems in the lake superior region: dr. charles levkoe leads various projects within the  lake superior living labs network, including the exploration of food and fishery systems in the lake superior region.  as a result of this work, a community partnership was established between 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 and batchewana first nation regarding indigenous fisheries governance and to understand the struggles the community faces related to fishing rights and food sovereignty.

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 adheres to established processes, regulations and oversight agencies aimed at preventing polluted water from entering the water system. these measures are designed to safeguard the quality of the water discharges and resources. 

both provincial and federal legislation govern water quantity and quality, encompassing various aspects of water protection including environmental compliance, spills management, source water protection, safe municipal water drinking systems, conservation efforts, guidelines for land use developments, wetland habitat preservation, transportation of hazardous materials, joint commissions for canada-us border waters, marine pollution prevention, and public awareness and education initiatives. 

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is compliant with municipal sewage and stormwater discharge by-laws and does not discharge any matter that is hazardous to any person, animal, property or environment; or substances that may obstruct flow or cause damage to the sewage infrastructure.

the hazardous waste disposal standard and waste disposal policy identifies procedures for the disposal of waste and hazardous waste to safeguard staff, 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , the general public, property and the environment.

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 ’s sustainability plan makes commitments to implementing policies and programs to reduce rainwater (i.e. stormwater) runoff and resultant water pollution, and treat water as a resource rather than as a waste product. our campuses feature rain gardens and outdoor classroom spaces that serve as educational tools for stormwater management and watershed protection. 

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 's sustainable building policy addresses sustainable building design including efficient management of water resources. the leadership in energy and environmental design (leed) rating system used at lakehead's campuses includes standards for safeguarding water.   

these collective initiatives work to prevent polluted water from entering water systems and to minimize environmental impacts and pollution.

1. elimination of single-use plastic water bottles (orillia campus): 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 ’s orillia campus has a bottled water policy which prohibits the sale of single-use plastic water bottles.  this initiative not only reduces plastic waste but upholds the principle that access to clean water is a fundamental right.
2. promotion of reusable mugs & dining ware: to encourage sustainable practices, lakehead offers incentives for 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , faculty and staff who bring their own reusable cups.  this includes discounts at various on-campus facilities.  in addition, trayless dining and reusable dining ware in the cafeterias eliminate the need for single-use plastic containers and contribute to our sustainability goals.
3. centralized waste and recycling (thunder bay campus): lakehead thunder bay has transitioned to a centralized waste and recycling program.  this innovative approach involves the elimination of office and classroom garbage bins, which will save over 25,000 single-use plastic garbage bags annually while promoting increased recycling through centralized sorting locations.
4. recycling days for office supplies and e-waste collection: annually, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 organizes recycling days to collect various office supplies including ink cartridges, pens, pencils and markers.  e-waste collection events are also organized for the collection of used electronic devices. 
5. use of reusable containers: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 has implemented a campus-wide reusable container program for takeout food and beverages.  世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , faculty and staff can enroll in a free app-based program called cano which tracks their use of reusable containers.  when participants return their containers, they earn rewards that can be redeemed for food and drinks in the cafeteria.

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 continues its commitment to sustainable practices and is continuously exploring new avenues to minimize plastic usage.  

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 adheres to established processes, regulations and oversight agencies aimed at preventing freshwater and marine pollution, especially from land-based activities.  these measures are designed to safeguard the quality of the water resources. 

the university’s freshwater and marine pollution prevention framework comprises of several crucial components:

1. hazardous waste disposal standard & waste disposal policy: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 ’s procedures for the disposal of waste and hazardous materials to safeguard staff, 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , the general public, property and the environment.
2. stormwater management: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 ’s sustainability plan commits to implementing policies and programs to reduce rainwater (i.e. stormwater). lakehead has implemented stormwater management techniques to prevent pollutants from entering local water bodies.  this includes the use of rain gardens, permeable surfaces, and best practices based on the leed framework in construction and landscaping to reduce runoff and filter contaminants in accordance with lakehead’s sustainable building policy.
3. spill reporting and response: the environmental protection act (epa) and the ontario regulation 675/98 require immediate reporting of spills, including hazardous materials, to the ministry of the environment, conservation and parks’ spills action centre. this allows for a rapid response to mitigate and clean up pollution incidents.
4. emergency response plans: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 maintains comprehensive emergency response plans, enabling a rapid and effective response to accidental spills or incidents.
5. environmental assessment: proposed developments and activities that may affect water quality are subject to environmental assessment processes to assess potential impacts and mitigation measures.

both provincial and federal legislation govern water and marine quantity and quality, encompassing various aspects of water protection including environmental compliance, spills management, source water protection, safe municipal water drinking systems, conservation efforts, guidelines for land use developments, wetland habitat preservation, transportation of hazardous materials, joint commissions for canada-us border waters, marine pollution prevention, and public awareness and education initiatives. 

these measures collectively work to prevent marine pollution from land-based activities and to respond promptly to pollution incidents to minimize environmental and public health risks.

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is dedicated to minimizing physical, chemical and biological alterations of related aquatic ecosystems through a multifaceted approach.  our commitment to the protection of aquatic ecosystems is evident through the following initiatives:

1. sustainable building practices and environmental assessments: proposed developments and activities that may affect water quality are subject to environmental assessment processes to assess potential impacts and mitigation measures as outlined in lakehead’s sustainable building policy.
2. hazardous waste disposal standard & waste disposal policy: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 ’s procedures for the disposal of waste and hazardous materials to safeguard staff, 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , the general public, property and the environment.
3. spill reporting and response: the environmental protection act (epa) and the ontario regulation 675/98 require immediate reporting of spills, including hazardous materials, to the ministry of the environment, conservation and parks’ spills action centre. this allows for a rapid response to mitigate and clean up pollution incidents.
4. emergency response plans: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 maintains comprehensive emergency response plans, enabling a rapid and effective response to accidental spills or incidents.
5. elimination of single-use plastic water bottles (orillia campus): 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 ’s orillia campus has a bottled water policy which prohibits the sale of single-use plastic water bottles.  this initiative not only reduces plastic waste but upholds the principle that access to clean water is a fundamental right.
6. centralized waste and recycling (thunder bay campus): lakehead thunder bay has transitioned to a centralized waste and recycling program.  this innovative approach involves the elimination of office and classroom garbage bins, which will save over 25,000 single-use plastic garbage bags annually while promoting increased recycling through centralized sorting locations.
7. recycling days for office supplies and e-waste collection: annually, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 organizes recycling days to collect various office supplies including ink cartridges, pens, pencils and markers.  e-waste collection events are also organized for the collection of used electronic devices.
8. stormwater management: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 ’s sustainability plan commits to implementing policies and programs to reduce rainwater (i.e. stormwater). lakehead has implemented stormwater management techniques to prevent pollutants from entering local water bodies.  this includes the use of rain gardens, permeable surfaces, and best practices based on the leed framework in construction and landscaping to reduce runoff and filter contaminants in accordance with lakehead’s sustainable building policy.
9. environmental monitoring: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 also conducts environmental monitoring through various research centres such as the community ecology and energetics lab, aquatic toxicology research centre (atrc) and 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 environmental laboratory (luel).  
10. community engagement and research: 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is home to the infosuperior research and information network and the remedial action plan program.  this network serves as a platform to connect citizens, 世界杯2022赛程表淘汰赛 , academics, industry and government agencies around lake superior. through community engagement, it identifies and addresses environmental concerns along the north shore of lakehead superior.

    阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 is also the network lead in the lake superior living labs network (lslln), a collaborative platform that facilitates partnerships between academic institutions, government and community groups. this network is dedicated to safeguarding the lake superior watershed, covering aspects related to water, land, food, climate, and energy. 

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 continues to advance its plans to minimize physical, chemical and biological alterations of related aquatic ecosystems that encompass research, education, monitoring, operations and policies, collaboration and public engagement.

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 actively collaborates with local community partners to jointly work towards the preservation of shared aquatic ecosystems. our efforts encompass comprehensive research, conservation strategies and community outreach.

the thunder bay remedial action plan program is facilitated by 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 under the supervision and guidance of environment and climate change canada, the ontario ministry of the environment and climate change, and the ministry of natural resources and forestry. through community engagement and action, the remedial action plan deals with environmental impairments in areas of concern on the great lakes, including chemical, physical, and biological degradation resulting in pollution and impacts to habitat.

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 also collaborates with various community partners to advance maintenance of shared aquatic ecosystems  including:

• lakehead regional conservation authority
• ecosuperior
• earthcare thunder bay
• lake superior living labs network
• international institute for sustainable development - experimental lakes area
• parks canada
• four rivers
• ontario ministry of environment and climate change
• north shore steelhead association

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 has made substantial progress in watershed management by safeguarding diverse aquatic species. through interdisciplinary research and collaborative partnerships, the university has developed comprehensive strategies that address the complex challenges facing aquatic ecosystems.

the lake superior living labs network (lslln) serves as a platform to connect academics and community groups to develop new partnerships and collaborative initiatives across the lake superior watershed.

through the thunder bay remedial action plan program, 阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 participates and implements watershed management strategy and aquatic ecosystem stewardship. the remedial action plan program addresses environmental impairments at several locations on the lake superior watershed known as "areas of concern", which includes wildlife and fish health. 

阿根廷vs墨西哥竞猜 faculty members actively engage in the city of thunder bay’s earthcare water working group.  this group is responsible for implementing actions outlined in the city's sustainability plan, focusing on protecting and enhancing water resources in the local watershed. their efforts involve collaborating with diverse stakeholders and ensuring that stormwater management is an integral component of ongoing city operations and future developments. this includes the implementation of low impact developments (lids) to safeguard the diversity of aquatic species in lake superior.