Federal boost to tackle Great Lakes pollution and secure clean water for communities

The Canadian federal government has committed $76 million to support 50 community-led projects aimed at restoring and protecting freshwater ecosystems in the Great Lakes. This investment, part of the broader Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative, focuses on reducing pollution, phosphorus runoff, and harmful algal blooms, while restoring wetlands and coastal areas. It also emphasizes Indigenous participation in water governance and environmental restoration. The initiative is part of Canada’s larger $420 million Freshwater Action Plan, aiming to reverse environmental damage and improve water quality for future generations.