In the past century, the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence watershed has been disrespected, exploited, developed and polluted, despite the fact that the Great Lakes hold approximately one quarter of the planet’s freshwater and sustain life for countless species, Indigenous Nations and communities. The Great Lakes-St. Lawrence watershed is the world’s largest freshwater ecosystem and we have an incredible responsibility to protect and restore this global treasure.

 

Watch the video below to learn more about Biinaagami and the origin of the project name.

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