On behalf of the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, we are pleased to inform you that we have released the 2023 fish consumption advisories through the online Guide to Eating Ontario Fish.
We encourage Ontarians to check the fish consumption advisories before they go fishing. This will help them to make informed choices about the types and amounts of fish that are safest to eat from over 2,600 Ontario lakes and rivers.
The updated guide features new and easier-to-use information, including:
the sizes and amounts of fish you can safely eat
how to quickly and easily choose the safest fish to eat
how to best prepare fish
special advice for children and people who are pregnant or may become pregnant
The government continues taking action to protect the health of Ontarians and improve the health of lakes and rivers in the province, including the fish that live in these waters.
Thank you for helping us share important information regarding safe fish consumption in Ontario. If you have any questions, please contact: fishguide@ontario.ca
Backyard Stewardship and Habitat Creation
All are welcome to attend the upcoming Backyard Stewardship and Habitat Creation presentation hosted by ERCA and Darlene Bernyk from Native Trees and Plants. This event will take place on Tuesday February 28th from 6pm to 8pm in Committee Room C (second floor) at the Essex Civic Centre, 360 Fairview Avenue, Essex, ON. Currently, the public only has access to the north and west entrances.
Attendees will learn about the importance of gardening with native plants, discover how to source them for their spring projects and learn about best practices for starting, planning and stewarding a sustainable native garden and habitat at home.
For more information, please contact ERCA’s Partnerships and Outreach Coordinator, gpannunzio@erca.org or 519-776-5209 ext. 245.
How To Crew Orientation
Consider joining the How To Crew this year!
How To Crew members participate in ERCA’s community restoration events as the team that supports the planting plan, provide tree planting demonstrations, assist with event logistics, monitor planting quality to ensure long term growth and survival and manage all equipment on site during the event.
How To Crew Orientation will take place on March 21st from 6:30pm to 8pm in Committee Room C (second floor) at the Essex Civic Centre, 360 Fairview Avenue, Essex, ON. Currently, the public only has access to the north and west entrances.
All are welcome to attend, and please register in advance here.
For more information, please contact ERCA’s Partnerships and Outreach Coordinator, gpannunzio@erca.org or 519-776-5209 ext. 245.
Shiver on the River 2023
Bundle up with us for another year of SHIVER ON THE RIVER Eco Fair on Saturday February 4 2023 from 10am to 3pm. This year the event will be hosted inside the beautiful Dossin Great Lakes Museum (100 The Strand, Detroit, MI 48207) on Belle Isle. This event is free, family friendly and will have food and entertainment all day, hope to see you there for a wintry celebration of our natural resources!
Our July newsletter was released this morning. In it, find our annual report, workplan, and information on ecosystem approaches, local events, and news #detroitriver link in bio. ... See MoreSee Less
Our July newsletter was released this morning. In it, find our annual report, workplan, more info on our successful fishing event, and information on ecosystem approaches, local events, and news #detroitriverconta.cc/4cBB5Mr... See MoreSee Less
Over 80 people joined us and Just Fishin' Friends at Riverdance Park, Town of LaSalle on July 6 to fish the Detroit River. The event was designed to provide fishing equipment and expertise so that the community could learn to fish. Participants also learned about the Detroit River Remedial Action Plan and how to safely consume fish.Thank you for coming! 🐟Essex Region ConservationJust Fishin' FriendsTown of LaSalle... See MoreSee Less
This Saturday! Join Essex Region Conservation, Detroit River Canadian Cleanup and Just Fishin' Friends for the upcoming Detroit River Family Fishing Day! We'll be at Riverdance Park in Town of LaSalle this Saturday from 8am to 1pm. Fishing equipment and bait will be available for public use for free. There are limited rods available. Participants are encouraged to bring their own rods (if they have them), folding chairs, a hat, sunscreen/bug spray, life jacket, reusable water bottle, snacks and plenty of patience while waiting for a bite! For more information and to register, please visit:www.essexregionconservation.ca/familyfishingday 🐟 ... See MoreSee Less
Join the Detroit River Canadian Cleanup (DRCC) at their 13th Annual Detroit River Evening to celebrate restoration milestones for the Detroit River. T […]
The DRCC wants to hear your questions and comments on the redesignation of BUI #3 (Fish) and #5. We are planning to redesignate the BUIs from impaired […]
Get Involved!
From tree plantings and clean ups, to advocacy and education programs, CLICK HERE to find out how you can be involved with protecting and enhancing the Detroit River.