Recreation
Posted: September 24, 2023
Inspired by the River: Mia Kelly delves into her song “Kitchissippi”
Local Ottawa musician Mia Kelly, who performed at the 2023 Riverkeeper Gala, walks us through the influences of her single “Kitchissippi”, what the Ottawa River means to her, and how important it is to get out and be surrounded by nature.
Continue Reading >Posted: August 25, 2023
Water Quality Adventures in 2023!
Libby Lacroix, Ottawa Riverkeeper’s Water Quality Assistant for the summer of 2023, recounts some of the highlights of her summer of testing water quality around the Ottawa River watershed!
Continue Reading >Posted: July 25, 2023
River House opens to the public!
Come visit us! The National Capital Commission has officially opened River House to the public! We are so excited to see river lovers swimming, walking, and relaxing by the water of the beautiful Ottawa River from this unique vantage point.
Continue Reading >Posted: February 24, 2023
Global climate change in the nation’s capital
This blog, written by Max Finkelstein, examines the very visible impact that climate change is having on ice formation and cover in Ottawa River watershed this year.
Continue Reading >Posted: July 28, 2022
Behind the Scenes: Water Quality Monitoring at Ottawa Riverkeeper!
As the summer comes into full swing, so does Ottawa Riverkeeper’s recreational water quality monitoring program. This program involves monitoring E. Coli levels in water at local beaches, in order to promote public safety and warn of swimming advisories when applicable.
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