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We were recently featured in Water Canada's January/February edition! The article delves into the launch of our first PixieDrone in Canada, how data collection contributes to advancing policy and research, and our community engagement efforts. Read more on watercanada.net/issues

While sorting through debris collected from the Great Lakes, we sometimes come across unusual items, reminding us that plastic pollution comes in all shapes and sizes! 🔎 Can you identify all of our curious catches? Let us know in the comments below! ⬇️

Today is #WorldWildlifeDay! The Great Lakes is home to over 3,500 species of plants and animals, some of which are endangered due to threats such as plastic pollution. Donate today and help us safeguard the diverse species that depend on these waters: greatlakesplasticcleanup.org/get-involved

Here's some positive news for your feed!👏 Researchers at University of Waterloo have developed a new method of identifying microplastics using plastic debris collected by the Great Lakes Plastic Cleanup! 🔬Read more here: uwaterloo.ca/microplastics-…

It's #WorldWaterDay and our updated data and findings are almost here!📊We've removed an estimated 244K pieces of plastic and other debris and utilized new plastic capture technology to gain a deeper understanding of plastic pollution. Stay tuned for the full update next week.

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Our 2024 data summary is now available! 📊Since 2020, we've removed over 244,000 pieces of plastic from the environment and engaged over 28,000 people at outreach events across the Great Lakes region. ✨ Visit our website to learn more! tinyurl.com/GLPCdata

🌍 Happy #EarthDay! This year's theme, "Our Power, Our Planet," is a call to action—reminding us that we all have a role to play in protecting the planet we call home, which includes the Great Lakes, the largest freshwater system in the world.💧

Our #LakebyLake series is here! First stop: Lake Ontario. 🌊 Since 2020, we’ve removed over 120K pieces of plastic, averaging ~210 pieces per day—the highest daily average of any of the five Great Lakes. 🔎Top three items removed: small foam, small hard fragments, and pellets.

🌊 Last Friday, our team was part of the Great Lakes Student Conference hosted by Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority, where we engaged students in a hands-on plastic sorting and analysis activity! 🔬 Big thanks to CLOCA for hosting!

Our team celebrated Earth Day at Parc Downsview Park in Toronto, where we connected with community members about local plastic pollution issues and what we're doing to help! 🌎 The day was filled with activities hosted by a range of local environmental organizations from Ontario!

We're hiring! 🙌 Are you passionate about preventing plastic pollution in the Great Lakes and want to make a meaningful impact in your community? 🌊 We're seeking dedicated Community Engagement Coordinators across Ontario. Apply today at: goodwork.ca/jobs/environme…

It’s #EndangeredSpeciesDay! Did you know that the Great Lakes support over 3,500 species of plants and animals? Plastic pollution poses a threat to this incredible biodiversity, including endangered species. Let’s work together to protect our Great Lakes! greatlakesplasticcleanup.org/get-involved

Can you spot the plastic pollution in this picture? 🔍 Recreational gear like fishing line found in the environment can harm wildlife through entanglement or ingestion. 🎣 Collect/properly dispose of fishing and hunting debris if you see it and opt for reusable items if possible!