Our Work
Here’s some of the work we’re doing to ensure a healthy environment, strong economy and high quality of life for current and future generations.
EVENTS
Register now for the 2019 GLC Annual Meeting
Registration is now open for the 2019 Great Lakes Commission Annual Meeting, October 9-11 in beautiful Québec City! Visit the meeting web page for additional details and registration information. We look forward to seeing you in Québec!
NEWS RELEASE
Blue Accounting releases most comprehensive database of coastal wetlands in the U.S.
Blue Accounting has released the most comprehensive database of coastal wetlands protection, restoration and enhancement projects in the Great Lakes Basin to help track progress toward Great Lakes Restoration Initiative goals.
ADVOCACY
2019 GLC Federal Priorities for the Great Lakes
The GLC’s 2019 federal priorities document recommends actions to Congress and the Administration that will create jobs, protect public health and revitalize struggling communities in the Great Lakes region. Additionally, state-specific materials showcase individual states’ benefits.
ADVOCACY
2019 Great Lakes Regional Priorities
On Great Lakes Day in Washington, D.C., a broad coalition of business, maritime, labor and environmental groups, regional agencies, state legislators, cities and tribes released a set of shared priorities for restoring the Great Lakes, supporting a thriving economy, and sustaining a healthy environment.
LIBRARY
2018 Great Lakes Commission Annual Report
The 2018 Great Lakes Commission Annual Report is now available online! The report includes remarks from Chair John Linc Stine and Executive Director Darren J. Nichols as well as information regarding revenues, expenses, funders, and commissioners.
NEWS RELEASE
GLC calls on President and Congress to provide full funding for new Soo Lock
At the 2018 GLC Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, Indiana, the Great Lakes Commission called on President Trump and the U.S. Congress to fully fund the construction of a new large lock at the Soo Locks complex.
Voters on Pollution: New poll says northwest Ohio voters support CAFOs crackdown
The Environmental Law & Policy Center recently released results of a poll suggesting that the public would like to see more actions to curb confined animal feeding operations and the pollution they may cause. Read the full story by Great Lakes Now.
$300 million in high water restoration projects revealed for Lake Ontario, St. Lawrence River communities
The Lake Ontario Resiliency and Economic Development Initiative planning committee on Sept. 12 with more than 50 members of the public to hear what projects the commission will recommend to the full funding. Read the full story by Watertown Daily News.
State of the science: Experts continue to improve algae research in Lake Erie
Scientists, public officials, and stakeholders gathered in Toledo, OH to share the latest advancements made to reduce toxic harmful algal blooms. Read the full story by the Port Clinton News Herald.
Great Lakes Commission awards $2.2 million under Great Lakes Sediment and Nutrient Reduction Program
Ann Arbor, Mich. – The Great Lakes Commission (GLC) announces $2.2 million in grants to reduce the runoff of sediment, nutrients, and other pollutants into the Great Lakes. This runoff has economic and environmental impacts and contributes to the formation of harmful...
Position Available: Chief Information Officer
The Great Lakes Commission seeks a proven, visionary leader in strategy, implementation and management of information and digital technologies to help the agency transform governance and policy making in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin.
Position Available: Information Technology Systems Administrator
The Great Lakes Commission is seeking a highly technical, hands-on Systems Administrator to provide IT services for a professional office. The role is designed for someone who is looking to challenge themselves by taking on more responsibility in a large IT role with an emphasis on internal customer relationships.
NEWS: Great Lakes Commission awards $2.2 million under Great Lakes Sediment and Nutrient Reduction Program https://t.co/g8ybddsEoe
2019 Coastal Wetlands Symposium
September 19 - September 20International Joint Commission Public Meeting: Step In and Speak Out for the Great Lakes: Lake Superior
September 24 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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