The report is available as both an extended technical report and a highlights report. Excessive phosphorus and nitrogen contribute to the development of harmful and nuisance algal blooms in Lake Winnipeg. Nutrients arise from a number of natural and anthropogenic sources across the one million square kilometer Lake Winnipeg Basin.
Below is a status report that summarizes the most recent nutrient conditions in Lake Winnipeg and nutrient loads from major tributaries flowing into the lake. Comprehensive, understandable and scientifically defensible indicators are required to provide assessments of the health of Lake Winnipeg and its watershed and to track progress and change over time.
On May 31, , the Province of Manitoba released a report prepared by Dr. Lynda Bunting and others on the paleolimnology of Lake Winnipeg. The future health and productivity of Lake Winnipeg, one of Manitoba's most valuable resources, is everyone's responsibility. Excessive concentrations of nitrogen and phosphorus are directly associated with the production of nuisance growths of algae that can clog fishing nets and negatively impact fish habitat, recreation, and drinking water quality.
Some nuisance growths of algae can also produce toxins. Since nutrients are contributed from virtually all of our activities in the Lake Winnipeg watershed, there are lots of things that you can do to help reduce nutrient levels and thereby improve water quality in Lake Winnipeg. The Water Protection Handbook was written for cottage associations, river stewardship organizations, conservation districts, environmental organizations, waterfront residents, and other Manitobans who are interested in keeping our water clean.
The handbook is a reference book that can be used by you and your family for many years to come. The Clean Water Guide outlines practical things we can do in our homes, our yards, at our cottages and when we are camping, to preserve and protect our water.
It's up to all of us. Also, you can buy Lake Friendly cleaning products. Lake Friendly products are Ecologo certified, therefore helping you protect Lake Winnipeg and its watershed.
Telephone: Fax: Toll Free: ext. About the Lake The Lake Winnipeg watershed is the second largest watershed in Canada and includes parts of four provinces and four U. The Lake Winnipeg drainage basin is nearly 1,, km2 in size and is home to more than 7 million people. Lake Winnipeg, the last remains of glacial Lake Agassiz, lies on the boundary between the low-relief Interior Plains and the southwestern Canadian Shield.
Only one river flows out of Lake Winnipeg, the Nelson River. The outflow of the lake has been regulated for hydro-electric power generation since making Lake Winnipeg the third largest hydro-electric reservoir in the world. Water moves through Lake Winnipeg over a period of on average about 3 to 5 years.
This is relatively fast compared to other large lakes such as Lake Superior where the water residence time is years. Never pour your paint, pesticides or other household chemicals down the drain. Recycle them if possible, or learn how to safely dispose of them. Our paint reuse program also lets others pick up your unwanted paint for free.
Share your pictures with us on Facebook , Twitter and Instagram! Back to Products. Make your laundry routine more lake-friendly When we wash our clothes, they often release tiny particles called microfibers into our waterways.
Dispose of old medication safely! Contribute to citizen science projects Knowledge is power, and when it comes to protecting a vast body of water, power comes in numbers. Recycle your leftover paint to keep it out of waterways Got paint leftover from a recent home project? Share this Post Facebook Twitter Email. Sign up to our newsletter for the latest updates. Related Blog Posts Blog 4 energy efficient ways to warm up your home for winter 8th November Blog 5 low waste Halloween decoration ideas 15th October LWF is an environmental non-governmental organization advocating for change and co-ordinating action to improve the health of Lake Winnipeg.
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Join us in advocating for phosphorus compliance at the North End Water Pollution Control Centre — and reminding Manitoba politicians of their responsibility to protect Lake Winnipeg. Your gift makes a healthy Lake Winnipeg possible.
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