Rideau Lakes Environmental Foundation

mow less, turn out the lights ...

What is the best way to dispose of a face mask? Cut the elastic for starters...

Good to see this hasn’t slipped off the agenda.

That these changes were passed as a schedule to a budget bill bodes poorly for public processes designed to ensure consultation and oversight.

Thanks to @westportreviewmirror for sharing the news about our scientific grant opportunity.

Another study about the harmful impact of nano-particles.

On the complexity of natural ecosystems ...

This Giving Tuesday please support the local foundation that safeguards the lakes we love. (and as an added bonus, Canada Helps is topping up all donations over $20 with an additional $2) http://www.rlef.ca

Something to think about when our mind is on leaves this fall.

Are you involved in research about the environment of the Rideau Lakes? If so, our new announcement of Small Grants might be of interest.

To develop our understanding of the science that underpins our environmental activities, the RLEF announces a new program of small grants to support research projects. We are interested in receiving proposals from scientific researchers working in any discipline that contributes to our knowledge of the flora, fauna, or environment of the Rideau Lakes. Awards can be used to complete a small project or to assist in the development of a larger one. Funds can also be specificall...y requested for analyzing and reporting research results. Maximum Award: $5,000 Deadline for Applications: November 30, 2020 Project Completion: no later than November 30, 2021