IJC - International Joint Commission

06/02/2026

We were honoured to host students from the Geoffrey F. Bruce Fellowship in Canadian Freshwater Policy at Toronto Metropolitan University to the Canadian Section of the International Joint Commission on Monday, June 1. Engaging with the next generation of freshwater leaders is both inspiring and essential. Their passion, insight, and commitment to sound water policy give us great confidence in the future of Canada–U.S. watershed stewardship. Thank you for your interest in the work of the IJC and the thoughtful discussion.

06/01/2026

Last week, the International Joint Commission was in Winnipeg, MB for . The recent and ongoing work of the IJC was well represented with presentations by IJC staff and project workgroup members. Commissioner Merrell-Ann Phare provided opening remarks at the Journal of Great Lakes Research awards ceremony. Thank you to the International Association of Great Lakes Research and the Society of Canadian Aquatic Sciences for hosting this year’s joint conference!

You can find more information about the recent and ongoing work highlighted at at bit.ly/connectedwaters26.

05/29/2026

Please join the International Souris River Board (ISRB) on June 23rd for a public meeting in Weyburn, Saskatchewan. The event will be held both in-person and online via Teams, and will include a presentation on the International Joint Commission (IJC) and the ISRB. Current and summer hydrological conditions in the basin will be discussed, along with a summary of board initiatives.

The in-person event will be at the Weyburn Travelodge Hotel, but if you wish to attend virtually, you may register here: 241d094e-efb1-4f4a-aca5-0d8c5b73a1c8@ac2eafbc-d7ac-4576-973d-356d672122bb" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/241d094e-efb1-4f4a-aca5-0d8c5b73a1c8@ac2eafbc-d7ac-4576-973d-356d672122bb

For more information: https://ijc.org/en/srb/international-souris-river-board-hosts-public-meeting-june-2026-weyburn-saskatchewan

05/29/2026

Commissioner Sue Chiblow was honoured to be a speaker at this year's Turtle Island Science Conference at the University of Waterloo (May 24-26).

Dr. Chiblow delivered a presentation on how the IJC is modernizing to include Indigenous Science in US-Canada transboundary watershed management and was part of a panel on transforming education of present and future chemicals risk professionals.

The Conference was a great opportunity to hear from academics, Indigenous Knowledge Keepers, students, and community organizations on research, stories, and practices grounded in Indigenous Science.

05/27/2026

The International St. Croix River Watershed Board (ISCRWB) is hosting a public meeting on May 27 at 6:00 pm EST at Washington County Community College in Calais, Maine, to discuss 2025-2026 water conditions and key projects, including the Woodland fish passage. The session, which covers dam operations and water quality, will also be accessible via MS Teams for virtual participants. Attendees can learn about the board's mandate and submit questions in advance by emailing [email protected]. For details, visit the International Joint Commission's website.

Register here: da6c4d56-7af1-4ccb-aa55-52d78c2f51f7@ac2eafbc-d7ac-4576-973d-356d672122bb" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/da6c4d56-7af1-4ccb-aa55-52d78c2f51f7@ac2eafbc-d7ac-4576-973d-356d672122bb

Read more: https://ijc.org/en/scrwb/public-meeting-announcement-international-st-croix-river-watershed-board-1

05/25/2026

The International Joint Commission is headed to Winnipeg for for a week of freshwater science. Join one of the below sessions to learn more about the recent and ongoing work by the Commission and its advisory boards in the Great Lakes. Thanks to International Association for Great Lakes Research and Society of Canadian Aquatic Sciences for hosting this year's conference.

05/22/2026

The International Lake Ontario-River Board issued a news release on Current Lake Ontario Water Level Conditions and Water Supplies:

Water levels of Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River (Lake Ontario: 75.37 metres or 247.28 feet; Pointe-Claire: 21.91 metres or 71.88 feet) remain above long-term (1960-2025) average but well below the record high for this week.

05/22/2026

The International Joint Commission is hiring!

The IJC is currently accepting applications for the Director of the Great Lakes Regional Office, located in Windsor, Ontario. This is a four-year term position.
The Director is accountable for the overall management of binationally staffed and funded Great Lakes Regional Office, with the purpose of supporting the IJC’s responsibilities under the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement and the Commission’s broader mandate and priorities.

This position is open to persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad. Applications close on June 3, 2026, 23:59 PT. Apply or read more about the position via the link below.

05/11/2026

The International Kootenay Lake Board of Control will be holding two public meetings to update the public on current conditions and board activities. The first is Tuesday, June 2 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (PT) in Nelson, British Columbia at the Prestige Lakeside Resort. The second will be Wednesday, June 3 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. (PDT) at the Best Western Kootenai River Inn in Bonners Ferry, Idaho.

Read the full details: https://ijc.org/en/klbc/international-kootenay-lake-board-control-meet-public-bc-and-idaho

05/11/2026

With summer fast approaching, many of us are preparing to enjoy the Great Lakes and our shared waters for boating, fishing, and swimming. This makes the IJC's work vital, as we strive to safeguard these essential resources by making water quality a key focus for both countries.

Keeping our water safe is a responsibility we all share. We encourage you to stay updated on the status of our rivers and lakes by checking out our recent water quality initiatives and reports.

You can help us safeguard our shared waters by visiting IJC.org to subscribe to our newsletter and discover ways to support your local watershed.