Launch of the Winnipeg River Adaptive Monitoring Project
Want to discover how Manitoba is leading the charge when it comes to remotely monitoring whole watersheds to protect our precious freshwater supplies?
Join Aquatic Life and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) for a launch of the Winnipeg River Adaptive Monitoring Project.
You will discover how we can continuously monitor the health of the Winnipeg River from the comfort of our desks, thanks to remote sensors—and how we can expand this project, with YOUR help.
WHERE: 1 Vanier Avenue, Pinawa
WHEN: Friday, June 24 (10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.)
From 10:30 a.m., join us for mingling and light refreshments.
At 11:00 a.m., hear from the experts at Aquatic Life and IISD, as well as invited dignitaries.
At 11:30 a.m., get your hands dirty as we show you the technology and data firsthand.
Then join us at noon for a light lunch.
Please RSVP to Donna Laroque at dlaroque@iisd-ela.org.
Parking is available close by on Willis Drive and in front of the Pinawa Heritage Sundial.
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