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St. Lawrence River Institute

A leader in research, education, and community action on large river ecosystems in Canada and around the world.
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06/07/2026

📣We're hiring a Postdoctoral Fellow to join our team!

Are you passionate about environmental DNA (eDNA) and ecosystem health? If so, we want you to join our team!

The River Institute recently built new CFI-funded laboratory facilities, including dedicated eDNA labs and equipment. In this role, you will launch these new facilities and associated research program, while working closely with River Institute staff and external partners to ensure rigorous, ethical, and impactful science🧬

📝12-month contract position, 35 hours/week
📍 River Institute office, Cornwall, Ontario
⏰ Application deadline: July 1st, 2026

Learn more and apply by visiting the River Institute's website🔗 https://loom.ly/p3m__E8

06/05/2026

🔥Hot off the press🔥
The River Institute’s 2025 Annual Report is now LIVE on our website!

The report shares impacts of the River Institute’s work over the last year. In 2025, we were excited to highlight some of our innovative approaches to research, education, and engagement – from the construction of a new environmental DNA laboratory and piloting of nature-based solutions for shoreline erosion, to our leadership in collaborative research and creative projects connecting science and art.

✨Check out the report here 🔗https://loom.ly/zS-BK04

06/03/2026

Mark your calendar!📆 June's Science + Nature On Tap presentation will feature the River Institute's own Erin Smith, Cassey O'Connor & Emilie DeRochie!

Join us to learn about temperature trends in the St. Lawrence River, how volunteer water monitoring has contributed important water temperature data to scientific reports, and take part in a hands-on mini water testing workshop!💧

✨BONUS: Attendees will have the opportunity to sign-up as a volunteer for the River Institute's Volunteer Water Monitoring Program throughout the summer!☀️

📅 Thursday, June 18th
⏰ 7:00–8:00 PM (EST)
📍 Schnitzels European Flavours, Cornwall (back room)
💻 Watch online via Facebook Live
🎟️ Free event, all ages welcome

06/01/2026

Happy !🌊🐳
June 1st is the official kickoff day for this annual national celebration of ocean events, learning, and engagement!

Together, from coast to coast to coast, we can inspire action to ensure a healthy ocean for future generations.

Dive into events nearest you🔗 https://loom.ly/Ppt1L_4

05/31/2026

📣Hey Brockville Community!📣
Now is your chance to take action for the river as a volunteer community scientist! The River Institute is coming to Brockville on June 4th to teach the community how to monitor water quality and share results on an open-data platform! 💧

During this 90-minute workshop, participants will learn about the significance of volunteer-led water monitoring, followed by being trained on how to test water quality and upload results to the Water Rangers open-data platform. At the conclusion of this workshop, participants will have the opportunity to borrow a water test kit to conduct water monitoring as a volunteer for the Summer.

📆 June 4th
⏰ 4:00pm
📍 Aquatarium, Brockville, Ontario
👨‍👩‍👧 This event is intended for all ages - families welcome!
📝 Registration is FREE! Spots are limited, register today 🔗 https://loom.ly/qMGnkGs

NOTE: High school volunteer community scientists are eligible for volunteer hours

This project is undertaken with the financial support of the Canada Water Agency 💧

05/28/2026

✨BIG NEWS✨
Yesterday marked the official opening of the River Institute's new environmental DNA (eDNA) laboratory!🔬🧬

River Institute staff and Board members were joined by dignitaries, partners, community leaders, donors, and friends to celebrate this exciting milestone.

The new laboratory is the cornerstone of a major capital expansion project supported by the Canada Foundation for Innovation, Ontario Research Fund, and private donors.

The evening included food by Fraser Creek Pizza Farm and beer donated by Lost Villages Brewery.

Our sincere thanks to everyone who attended and the many people who came together to make this vision a reality!✨

05/27/2026

Calling all wetland enthusiasts and artists!📣
The Great River Rapport team wants to learn about your connection to wetlands through a wetland art contest🎨🌿🐸

Details⬇️
🎨Any form of art is accepted! Including stories about your favourite wetland, photos, poems, or paintings.
📆Deadline: Submissions are being accepted until July 26.
🎁 There will be PRIZES for the top submission in the following categories: special mention adult, special mention youth, most moving artwork, best representation of wetland change. PLUS participation prizes!
❓Questions or issues accessing the submission form? Email Mary Ann Perron 📧 [email protected]

Feeling inspired? Submit your artwork here 🔗 https://forms.gle/eCzx9x44oeq5kfLi6

05/25/2026

is less than one week away! How will you celebrate the ocean? Find events happening near you at oceanweekcan.ca 🌊🐟🐳

05/24/2026

Calling all Volunteers!📣
Want to take action for the river this summer by testing for E. coli bacteria once a month?💧🦠

If you live near one of the sites shown in the post below, we want you to get involved! We'll provide the training and Water Rangers kit, you just need to provide a small amount of time every month from June-October.

Reach out to ask questions or to get involved today 📧 [email protected]

This project is undertaken with the financial support of the Canada Water Agency💧

05/21/2026

Rob’s presentation will explore the historical relationship anglers have on the St. Lawrence River. Then discuss integrating sport anglers into established research programs. The goal is to identify those best suited for research, foster communication between science communities, authorities and the angling community. Then addressing that synergy on a multi-jurisdictional waterway.

How we build relationships, understand requirements and find adaptable solutions to the changing environments where authority, academia and scientific communities can harness the collective knowledge and experience of river anglers, both anecdotal and testimonial. Then enabling angling volunteers to deploy, collect and provide the required information in support of ongoing research efforts.

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2 St. Lawrence Drive
Cornwall, ON
K6H4Z1

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

613-936-6620

Website

http://www.riverinstitute.ca/

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