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Lake Ontario waves pounding Tommy Thompson Park

February 10th, 2012

Since Toronto is well-protected from the violence of Lake Ontario by the islands in the bay and by Tommy Thompson Park, the Lake seems quite calm from downtown. However, this is quite deceptive.Downtown Toronto is very well protected by the islands in the bay. It gets additional protection from Tommy Thompson Park, an artificial peninsula made out of landfill that has... (more)

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Let’s ban the word “NIMBY”

April 4th, 2011

It finally feels like spring: the sun is out, the crocuses are up, and temperatures are climbing above freezing. It is a time for new life and fresh starts.This spring, we would like to make a pact with you. Let's never again use the word "NIMBY". If you care about the environment and your neighbours (and we are pretty sure that you do), it's a good pact to make.NIMBY,... (more)

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DEC Announces “State Of Lake Ontario” Meetings

February 16th, 2011

ALBANY, NY -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) today announced three upcoming public meetings during the month of March to discuss Lake Ontario fisheries. The annual "State of Lake Ontario" public meetings will be held in Niagara, Monroe and Oswego counties."DEC is committed to sound management of Lake Ontario fisheries to maintain... (more)

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