Pheretimoid jumping worms confirmed to be in Ontario; can destroy topsoil
By Cathy Kavassalis, master gardener and administrator, Master Gardeners of Ontario Facebook group Pheretimoid jumping worms have now been confirmed […]
Volunteers collect more than 3,200 kg of litter this fall
Local volunteers picked up more then 3,200 kilograms of litter this fall, as part of a rejuvenated litter cleanup program […]
Stack Watch SSM and Ontario Government encourage us to report industrial pollution
Are you witnessing industrial emissions (smoke, dust, smell, noise) here in Sault Ste. Marie? Both Stackwatch SSM and the Ministry […]
Chloe and Jenna win Clean North/Shaw scholarships
Clean North congratulates Chloe Haney and Jenna Mauro, two local high school students, who each were awarded a $500 scholarship […]
Every drop counts: Conserving water at home and in your garden
By Guest Writer Abbi Johnston Did you know that only about 1% of the Earth’s water is freshwater suitable for […]
Wildfire smoke: Why is it dangerous, and how can we stay safe?
Smoke from wildfires is toxic air pollution. So when our area is affected, heed warnings and take steps to limit […]
Manual mowers: Quiet, pollution/greenhouse gas free, safer, better for your lawn
Did you know that gas-powered lawn mowers are a major source of air pollution? In fact, one hour of running […]
Help green the Sault — pledge to reduce your plastic use!
You can help stop plastic pollution by taking the Plastic-Free Pledge. This program is a partnership between Clean North and […]
Climate change is spreading Lyme disease in Ontario — here’s what you need to know
The black-legged tick that carries Lyme disease used to be rare in Canada — but warmer winters due to climate […]
Congratulations, Clean North Award winners!
On this Earth Day 2021, we are releasing the names of the winners of our 2021 environmental awards. This year […]