Lake Winnipeg Research Consortium

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Since 1998, Lake Winnipeg Research Consortium (LWRC) is a nonprofit charitable organization that has pursued a mission to promote, facilitate, conduct, and communicate results on multidisciplinary research on Lake Winnipeg and within its basin.

Work-life balance, nautical edition. ⚓
06/19/2026

Work-life balance, nautical edition. ⚓

Survey season perk: ever changing views. From open water to various harbours to every stretch of Lake Winnipeg’s shoreli...
06/17/2026

Survey season perk: ever changing views.
From open water to various harbours to every stretch of Lake Winnipeg’s shoreline, the scenery changes as fast as the work does.

Nestled in the north basin of Lake Winnipeg, on a small island called George Island, is an automated weather station ope...
05/30/2026

Nestled in the north basin of Lake Winnipeg, on a small island called George Island, is an automated weather station operated by Environment and Climate Change Canada.

This device has been gathering surface meteorological data since 1994, and feeds data into global observing networks tracking weather and cryosphere conditions.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

During last season’s fall survey, crew from the MV Namao stopped at the island to assist with routine servicing.

05/22/2026

DECKHAND OPPORTUNITY

Looking for an adventure on the water?

Join our research vessel crew on beautiful Lake Winnipeg and support meaningful freshwater science and environmental research. No previous deckhand experience required, just a strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.

As part of the crew, you will assist with daily vessel operations and deckhand duties, including handling mooring lines, cleaning, painting, general maintenance, and other duties as required. You will also support onboard freshwater science surveys while working alongside an experienced research team in a dynamic outdoor environment.

What We are Looking For:
• Ability to pass a Transport Canada Marine Medical.
• Availability for multi-day surveys and onboard travel.
• Dependable, hardworking, and eager to learn.
• Previous deckhand experience is considered an asset.
• SVOP & Marine Basic Safety training are assets.

Apply by sending your resume to [email protected]
Applications reviewed as received.

Thank you for your interest in supporting freshwater research on Lake Winnipeg!

As LWRC’s Public Engagement and Science Education Coordinator, Lauren works at the intersection of science, education, a...
05/20/2026

As LWRC’s Public Engagement and Science Education Coordinator, Lauren works at the intersection of science, education, and community outreach.

She assists with research on the M/V Namao, develops and coordinates engagement programs, and connects people of all ages to the work happening on Lake Winnipeg and its watershed.

Her path here took her from Winnipeg to Southern Ontario, where she earned an H.BSc in Ecological Restoration and a Masters of Bioenvironmental Monitoring and Assessment from Trent University.
While working in natural and historical interpretation at Oak Hammock Marsh, The Canadian Canoe Museum, and Manitoba Parks, she discovered her love for science education and communication.

She’s also been part of the Manitoba Envirothon for 15 years and was once a certified Emergency First Responder (just one of many reasons she’s good to have around).

It was Lauren’s dream since high school to work on Lake Winnipeg doing science and education.
That kind of passion is exactly what this work deserves.

Algal blooms in Lake Winnipeg are fuelled by excess nutrients, especially phosphorus, entering the lake from runoff and ...
05/18/2026

Algal blooms in Lake Winnipeg are fuelled by excess nutrients, especially phosphorus, entering the lake from runoff and wastewater.
Lake Winnipeg’s shallow depth and warmer summer conditions make it especially vulnerable, leading to blooms that are becoming more frequent and severe over time.

Some blooms can produce toxins and reduce oxygen levels, harming aquatic life and limiting safe recreation.

Addressing the issue requires reducing nutrient pollution across the entire watershed.

The Lake Winnipeg Research Consortium plays a key role by providing a platform for scientific research aboard the M/V Namao, supporting data collection that helps scientists better understand the lake and inform long-term solutions.

Meet Julia Patrick, Executive Director of the Lake Winnipeg Research Consortium (LWRC).Raised in Gimli, where her father...
05/16/2026

Meet Julia Patrick, Executive Director of the Lake Winnipeg Research Consortium (LWRC).

Raised in Gimli, where her father taught science at Gimli High School for many years, Julia developed an early appreciation for Lake Winnipeg and the communities surrounding it.

That lifelong connection continues to inspire her work today. Since joining LWRC in September 2024, she has focused on building on the organization’s foundation while positioning it for long-term growth and sustainability.
Her leadership style focuses on relationship-building, communication, and a shared commitment to the future of Lake Winnipeg and its watershed.

Grounded in teamwork, Julia is the first to recognize that LWRC’s success is driven by the incredible dedication and expertise of the organization’s staff, crew, researchers, partners, members, and Board of Directors. She believes progress happens through collaboration and is proud to work alongside a team committed to freshwater science and the future of Lake Winnipeg.

Passionate about bringing people together, she and her team have expanded outreach efforts and strengthened relationships across sectors, helping ensure the consortium remains collaborative and forward-looking.
As Executive Director, Julia is guiding LWRC into its next chapter with a strong focus on collaboration and connection to the region, and has strengthened the LWRC's operations through strategic planning, partnerships, and organizational processes that support steady, sustainable growth.

Julia works closely with the LWRC team to advance the organization’s Science and Education Programs, supporting whole-lake scientific research and monitoring while creating educational and public opportunities for youth, communities, and partners.
She continues to champion LWRC’s role as a trusted facilitator of freshwater research, ensuring research vessels such as the M/V Namao remain accessible platforms for scientists, partners, and communities working together to advance essential freshwater science.

Her professional background includes experience in human resources, change management, and organizational leadership. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of Winnipeg, a University Certificate in Human Resources and Labour Relations from Athabasca University, and professional designations in Change Management (PROSCI), Innovation Engineering, and Human Resources through LINX.

Building on the strong foundation established by those before her, Julia works collaboratively with the Board of Directors to advance LWRC’s vision and strategic goals helping expand the organization’s reach, support scientific research, and strengthen the connection between Lake Winnipeg, its watershed, and the people and communities who care deeply about its
future.

05/13/2026

Lake Winnipeg Discovery Day Camp
Sail And Environmental Science
Bursary - Applications available at the schools listed. Thank you

Zebra mussels are an invasive species now established in Lake Winnipeg, with impacts that extend well beyond what we see...
05/11/2026

Zebra mussels are an invasive species now established in Lake Winnipeg, with impacts that extend well beyond what we see at the shoreline.
By filtering large volumes of water and altering how nutrients move through the lake, they can disrupt food webs, affect native species, and change ecosystem processes over time.

Understanding how zebra mussels spread, and how human activity contributes to that spread, is essential.
Prevention remains the most effective tool we have to protect Lake Winnipeg’s ecological health.

Visit https://www.gov.mb.ca/stopthespread/ais/how.html for more info.

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