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5 questions to ask your federal election candidates in 2025

To help raise awareness of the challenges facing the Ottawa River, we urge you to ask your local candidates the five essential questions below, and use your vote to advocate for the Ottawa River.

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Kebaowek First Nation wins court case over consultation on the NSDF at Chalk River

Kebaowek First Nation has won a court victory over consultation on the proposed Near Surface Disposal Facility (NSDF) at Chalk River.

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2025: A big election year for the river

This blog offers a guide to voters on the issues that impact the Ottawa River they can ask their candidates about, drawing from Ottawa Riverkeeper’s 2024 Watershed Report Card.

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Take action on road salt overuse!

Today marks the start of our annual Road Salt Reduction Week! This year, we’re shining a light on the harmful effects of road salt on our waterways while sharing solutions to reduce its impact.

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New ways to learn about the Ottawa River thanks to a $20,900 OTF grant

Ottawa-Vanier MPP Lucille Collard attended the launch of Ottawa Riverkeeper’s new WaterSHED, a way for community members to access educational and shoreline cleanup materials.

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