Unit 4: Freshwater Resource Management

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Dominique Poulin

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Mission Scientist

I am in charge of a mission whose goal is to acquire data from space, to monitor water quality in coastal areas and inland waters (e.g. algae).
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How can you design the least “expensive” water filter?

Hands-on Activities

Challenge yourself to design the best filter for the lowest cost!

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Colouring Clothing with Bacteria

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Learn about using bacteria to colour clothing.

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Pamela Power

Pamela Power (she/her)

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Water Resources Specialist

I provide technical review of projects that may affect water resources to ensure your community’s rights and interests are being considered and protected.
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Dolcy Meness

Dolcy Meness

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Nagadjitodjig Aki (Guardian)

I work as a Guardian for the environment and cultural teachings of my community, Kitigan Zibi.
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Kaitlin Guitard

Kaitlin Guitard

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Water Quality Technician

I monitor the sea water at salmon farms for harmful plankton and jellyfish.
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Mike Bryan

Mike Bryan (he/him)

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Hatchery Technician

I work at a fish hatchery in the aquaculture industry.
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Cornfield in Ontario

Let's Talk Food Resources

Backgrounders

Discover a set of resources curated to get you ready to discuss sustainable agriculture and food security.

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Ryan Mitchell

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Hatchery Supervisor

My job is to supervise the daily workflow at our salmon hatchery.
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Terra MacDonald sur un site d'aquaculture tenant des saumons d'élevage.

Terra MacDonald (she/her)

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Veterinarian and Fish Health Manager

As the veterinarian for Mowi Canada West, I care for the salmon at all life stages, from egg to harvest.
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Frothing water

Earth Month: Water

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Discover the issues surrounding water today, and learn what you can do to help.

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Pier on one of the Great Lakes

Let's Talk Great Lakes Resources

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Discover a set of resources designed to give you good background knowledge on all things Great Lakes!

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How will climate change impact fisheries?

Backgrounders

Learn about how climate change is impacting fisheries around the world.

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Diversity of Canada’s Marine Coastal Habitats

Backgrounders

Learn about the plants and animals in Canada’s marine coastal habitats, and what you can do to protect them.

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Patty Simpson

Patty Simpson (she/her)

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Environmental Coordinator

As the head of the Environment Department at a uranium mine, it is my responsibility to make sure that the mine does not pollute the surrounding environment.
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