Toronto | Traditional territories of the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishinaabeg, the Haudenosaunee, and the Wendat – After decades of being plagued with severe, toxic algal blooms, Lake Erie is showing small signs of recovery. Residents of Ontario are responding to a call for action on social media to raise awareness and urge governments to take necessary action to ensure the health of Lake Erie continues to improve.
August 28, 2025 is the 9th annual #WeAreLakeErie Day – a virtual event to highlight people’s love for the lake. Throughout the day, social media users will share their Lake Erie stories and photos online using the hashtag #WeAreLakeErie or tagging @envirodefence to help create a virtual wave of support for the lake. The event is a chance to show key decision-makers the important role Lake Erie plays in the lives of so many people.
Earlier this summer, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced its 2025 Lake Erie algal bloom forecast. This summer’s prediction indicates a mild-moderate bloom, partly because less nutrient pollution is entering the lake – something worth celebrating.
Although this is good news, the fight to save Lake Erie isn’t over. This progress could be washed away unless our governments prioritize the health of Lake Erie by doing more to reduce nutrient pollution from agricultural and urban sources.
EVENT DETAILS:
WHAT: The 9th annual #WeAreLakeErie Day, hosted by Environmental Defence Canada.
WHEN: Thursday, August 28, 2025, all day.
WHERE: Online. People will participate by sharing their Lake Erie stories and photos on social media with the hashtag #WeAreLakeErie or tagging @envirodefence.
ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENCE (environmentaldefence.ca): Environmental Defence is a leading Canadian environmental advocacy organization that works with government, industry and individuals to defend clean water, a safe climate and healthy communities.
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For more information or to request an interview, please contact:
Brittany Harris, Environmental Defence, media@environmentaldefence.ca
