Great Lakes–St. Lawrence Lowlands

Hope and peril for Killer Whales and other Canadian species

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Mercoledì, Dicembre 6, 2023
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Killer Whales are top predators, found in all the world's oceans.

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  • Killer Whales are top predators, found in all the world's oceans.
  • Southern Resident Killer Whales on the Pacific coast mostly eat Chinook Salmon.
  • Much less is known about Killer Whales in the Eastern Arctic and off the Atlantic coast.
  • Back on the West Coast, perched above the Pacific Killer Whales' home live two wildflowers, Hibberson's Trillium and Macoun's Meadowfoam.

Government of Canada invests more than $1.7 million in recovery of species at risk in the St. Lawrence Lowlands

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Martedì, Agosto 1, 2023
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To halt the loss of biodiversity and restore Canada's natural environments, collaboration between the provinces, territories, Indigenous peoples, and other partners is essential.

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  • To halt the loss of biodiversity and restore Canada's natural environments, collaboration between the provinces, territories, Indigenous peoples, and other partners is essential.
  • This project will take place in the St. Lawrence Lowlands in Quebec, mainly in the Capitale-Nationale, Chaudière-Appalaches, and Mauricie regions.
  • "The St. Lawrence, a unique and rich ecosystem, is supported by the Government of Canada in partnership with the Nature Conservancy of Canada.
  • The St. Lawrence Lowlands are one of 11 priority places designated under the Pan–Canadian Approach to Transforming Species at Risk Conservation in Canada.

AGinvest Farmland Properties Canada Inc. Launches CAD 300 Million Fundraising Initiative aimed at Investors

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Venerdì, Marzo 31, 2023
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Ontario, Canada, March 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ontario-based farmland investment management firm, AGinvest , is pleased to announce an ambitious CAD 300 million fundraising initiative.

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  • Ontario, Canada, March 31, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ontario-based farmland investment management firm, AGinvest , is pleased to announce an ambitious CAD 300 million fundraising initiative.
  • Through this fund, AGinvest provides investors access to a unique investment strategy that deploys capital into the Canadian agricultural market.
  • In addition to investing in this premium farmland, AGinvest employs value-add strategies, active agronomy management, and a keen focus on the long-term sustainability of the land.
  • The fundraising initiative is designed for investors seeking real returns and increasing their investment portfolio's purchasing power while investing in sustainable farmland initiatives.

Great Lakes St. Lawrence Region Holds Hundreds of Billions in Carbon Management Revenue Potential According to University of Michigan Global CO2 Initiative Report

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Mercoledì, Novembre 30, 2022
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This storage capacity could generate US$783 billion for the region due to the demands of the global carbon markets through voluntary carbon offset programs.

Key Points: 
  • This storage capacity could generate US$783 billion for the region due to the demands of the global carbon markets through voluntary carbon offset programs.
  • The report, titled " Positioning the Great Lakes Region as a Leader in the Voluntary Carbon Offset Market," is available here .
  • The U-M report includes recommendations to maximize this opportunity for economic growth and innovation in the Great Lakes St. Lawrence region.
  • "The Global CO2 Initiative identified and quantified options for the Great Lakes region to bolster the voluntary carbon markets.

IMTT Announces Sale of Savannah, Georgia Terminals

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Martedì, Novembre 1, 2022
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International-Matex Tank Terminals (IMTT) announced today that it has closed on the sale of the companys two Savannah, Georgia terminals to Colonial Group, Inc. in a cash transaction for an undisclosed amount.

Key Points: 
  • International-Matex Tank Terminals (IMTT) announced today that it has closed on the sale of the companys two Savannah, Georgia terminals to Colonial Group, Inc. in a cash transaction for an undisclosed amount.
  • I want to thank our employees for helping to establish these terminals as premier locations in the Savannah market.
  • IMTT intends to reinvest the proceeds of the sale in its business to fund future capital expenditures that support the energy transition and further expand its non-petroleum footprint.
  • In addition to expanding its independent liquid terminals business, IMTT is committed to pursuing low carbon intensity growth opportunities and reducing carbon emissions across its existing asset base.

Hydro-Québec fined $40,000 for violating the Species at Risk Act

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Martedì, Ottobre 25, 2022
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On October 13, 2022, at the Longueuil courthouse, Hydro-Qubec pleaded guilty to one count of violating prohibitions under the Emergency Order for the Protection of the Western Chorus Frog and the Species at Risk Act.

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  • On October 13, 2022, at the Longueuil courthouse, Hydro-Qubec pleaded guilty to one count of violating prohibitions under the Emergency Order for the Protection of the Western Chorus Frog and the Species at Risk Act.
  • A violation of the provisions of an emergency order constitutes an offence under the Species at Risk Act.
  • The Act prohibits killing or harming a wildlife species listed as threatened and damaging or destroying its habitat.
  • The Great Lakes / St. LawrenceCanadian Shield Population of the western chorus frog has been listed as threatened in Schedule 1 of the Species at Risk Act since 2010.

Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers Launches Regional '100% Whitefish' Initiative

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Giovedì, Settembre 29, 2022
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DETROIT, Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Conference of Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers, a Chicago-based organization representing the Governors of the Great Lakes States and the Canadian Premiers of Ontario and Qubec, today launched its "100% Whitefish" initiative that includes a diverse group of partner organizations.

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  • DETROIT, Sept. 29, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Conference of Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers, a Chicago-based organization representing the Governors of the Great Lakes States and the Canadian Premiers of Ontario and Qubec, today launched its "100% Whitefish" initiative that includes a diverse group of partner organizations.
  • Director Dan Eichinger said, "The 100% whitefish initiative can help bring new products, jobs and revenue opportunities to our local communities.
  • David Naftzger, Executive Director for the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers, said, "There is tremendous potential for Great Lakes whitefish.
  • The 100% whitefish project is being coordinated by a diverse project team including representatives from the following:
    Conference of Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers

Royal Canadian Geographical Society and Indigenous leaders gather in Niagara today to officially launch new multi-year Great Lakes restoration and protection project

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Lunedì, Settembre 26, 2022
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Generously supported by RBC, Biinaagami is a partnership between Canadian Geographic, Royal Canadian Geographic Society and Swim Drink Fish.

Key Points: 
  • Generously supported by RBC, Biinaagami is a partnership between Canadian Geographic, Royal Canadian Geographic Society and Swim Drink Fish.
  • "It is only through working together to conserve and restore the greater Great Lakes ecosystem that we can truly advance reconciliation.
  • We pledge to work together for a more swimmable, fishable and drinkable Great Lakes ecosystem."
  • Established in 1929, the Royal Canadian Geographical Society (Canadian Geographic) is a charitable Canadian organization dedicated to making Canada better known to Canadians and to the world.

New sea duck atlas sheds light on poorly understood species and how we can protect them Canadian landscapes identified among 85 North American sites that provide critical habitat for sea ducks

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Giovedì, Giugno 16, 2022
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The Sea Duck Key Habitat Sites Atlas was created by a team of conservation researchers from across North America.

Key Points: 
  • The Sea Duck Key Habitat Sites Atlas was created by a team of conservation researchers from across North America.
  • The sea duck atlas is an initiative of the Sea Duck Joint Venture , a partnership under the North American Waterfowl Management Plan .
  • Sea ducks that frequent North America include eiders, scoters, mergansers, goldeneyes as well as buffleheads, long-tailed ducks and harlequin ducks.
  • The sea duck atlas identified 85 sites as providing critical habitat for these birds, many of which are in Canada.

Report: Green bond "greenium" fuels sustainable investment in the Great Lakes St. Lawrence region

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Giovedì, Ottobre 28, 2021
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CHICAGO, Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --A green bond premium, or "greenium," is fueling a wave of investments in environmental sustainability in the Great Lakes St. Lawrence region.

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  • CHICAGO, Oct. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --A green bond premium, or "greenium," is fueling a wave of investments in environmental sustainability in the Great Lakes St. Lawrence region.
  • The Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers (GSGP) commissioned the study by Dr. Peter Adriaens , Professor of Environmental Engineering, Finance and Entrepreneurship at the University of Michigan.
  • Green bond issuance has exploded in recent years, with 25 percent more green bonds issued in 2019-20 than in the preceding decade.
  • The Great Lakes St. Lawrence region includes eight US statesIllinois, Indiana, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsinand two Canadian provincesOntario and Qubec.