In partnership with the Town of LaSalle, the University of Windsor, Essex Region Conservation and Just Fishin' Friends, the Detroit River Canadian Cleanup is hosting the second annual Learn to Fish event!  

 

Join us on Saturday July 7 2018, rain or shine, at the Riverdance Building at Front Road Park, 1190 Front Rd, LaSalle from 8am to 1pm.

This event takes place during Ontario Family Fishing Event week when Canadian residents can fish in Ontario waters without the mandatory license. Fishing equipment will be available for public use for free and there will be displays and giveaways! There will also be tours of the University of Windsor Freshwater Restoration Ecology Centre where participants can learn more about the important research that supports healthy fish communities in the river.   

 

Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who will be required to sign a waiver. Groups of 5 or more are encouraged to register in advance by calling 519-776-5209 ext356. Participants are encouraged to bring their own rods (if they have them), pfds, folding chairs, a hat, sunscreen/bug spray, reusable water bottle, snacks and plenty of patience while waiting for a bite!  

 

The Town of LaSalle is also hosting a FREE SWIM at the LaSalle Outdoor Pool at Front Road Park from 2-4pm. Spend the morning fishing, bring a picnic, and then go for a swim in the afternoon. Sounds like a perfect day!

Many thanks to everyone who came out to the Detroit River Evening on June 14th at the historic Mackenzie Hall in Windsor. There were over 80 people in attendance! Thanks to all the presenters who provided updates on the important work being done in the Detroit River Area of Concern by the DRCC Public Advisory Council, Environment and Climate Change Canada, and Fisheries and Oceans Canada.

A special thank you goes out to the Windsor Detroit Bridge Authority for providing an informative update on the Gordie Howe International Bridge and for answering all our questions. For more details and pictures of the evening, check out the article on our website here.

We have also updated the Pathway to Delisting! This living work plan documents the remaining actions necessary to delist the Canadian side of the Detroit River as an Area of Concern. Download your copy here!      

Tree swallows feed on insects that emerge from the bottom of the river, where they may be exposed to toxic chemicals. When the birds eat the insects, they can accumulate these toxins. Environment Canada and Climate Change researchers have erected 25 nest boxes at four locations along the river. These boxes are monitored 2-3 times per week during the nesting season. Data has been collected on reproductive success (clutch size, hatching success, fledging success, weight at fledging) and contaminants in eggs including PCBs, mercury, and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs).

To read more about wildlife research in the Detroit River visit our page here!

WindsorEssex Community Foundation's 2018 Vital Signs ® survey is here and they want to hear from YOU! Let's hear what you think of the quality of life in Windsor/Essex. Visit www.wecf.ca to complete the survey today. Those who complete the survey in full have the opportunity to enter for a chance to win $100! It's time Windsor/Essex, let's hear your voice!