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Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement |
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The Great Lakes are a binational treasure. They lie at the heart of the ecosystem we - as Canadians and Americans - rely on for life. They support our economy, our recreation, and our way of life. The Great Lakes are vital, but also vulnerable. Pollution is closing our beaches and contaminating our fish. Invasive species and irresponsible development are threatening our economy and the special places and wildlife we care about.
Overcoming these threats may seem daunting. But through important binational committments, Canada and the United States have achieved dramatic public health and water quality improvements, including  phosphorus reductions and cuts in toxic pollution. A principle driver of such achievements has been the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement (GLWQA), signed by Canada and the U.S. back in 1972.
But threats to the Lakes have changed through the years, and the GLWQA may have to change to meet them. That's why the GLWQA is up for an offical review - through 2006 and 2007, the Canadian and US governments will be assessing whether the GLWQA should be revised or renegotiated to better protect the Lakes from emerging threats.
Do you want to help ensure binational commitment to Great Lakes protection? Learn more about the GLWQA review process and how you can get involved. |
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