Who Are We?
The New Brunswick Alliance of Lake Associations supports citizen based lake stewardship in New Brunswick. Our organization consists of fifteen lake associations and many volunteer groups devoted to the health of our lakes.
WHAT WE DO
Through the help of our members & volunteers
We provide educational opportunities to communities around the province and work to keep our lakes healthy and prevent the spread of invasive species.
Why It’s Important
The rapid spread of invasive plant species
Has immense consequences to the communities and ecosystems in New Brunswick. Habitat disruption, loss of native plant and animal life, lower property values, disruption of recreational activities and enormous financial costs are just some of the many impacts that invasive species can cause. With over 2500 lakes in New Brunswick, it is crucial that we protect our freshwater spaces.
What is
Cyanobacteria?
Also known as blue-green algae, cyanobacteria is an invasive species of bacteria that has been discovered in several water systems in New Brunswick.
+ Why is it a concern?
The impact of this invasive species on a lake can be extremely serious. Contact can cause:
- Death of dogs, animals and aquatic life
- Irritation to eyes, skin and throat in humans
- Attacks to the liver and nervous system (in severe cases)
- Contamination of useable water sources for cottagers and municipalities
- Negative effects on property value
+ How to identify it
Find out how to identify blue-green algae blooms and how to prevent spreading them here.
How You Can Help:
The Invasive Plant Patrol Program
Learn how to identify different invasive species and observe and report any sightings on our lake. This is great for those who love to be out on the water!
Lake Association Membership
Passionate about protecting your local lake? Our membership package will give you access to valuable equipment and resources to create your own association.
Responsible Practices
Helping can be as simple as learning how to properly clean your boat or contributing to shoreline restoration efforts.
Strategic Vision
01.
STEWARDSHIP & ADVOCACY
We will continue to expand our membership through the creation of individual lake associations and create a communication network with other watershed associations.
We will continue to foster a relationship with the provincial government, relevant government departments and stakeholders to ensure that lake environmental management is at the forefront of effective water and environmental policy at a provincial and municipal level.
02.
VOLUNTEER LAKE MONITORING
We will strengthen the volunteer lake monitoring program by increasing our number of monitoring volunteers and our equipment reserve–including dual probes and bathymetry mapping.
03.
INVASIVE PLANT PROGRAM
We will strengthen the Invasive Plant Patrol Program by offering annual in-class and outdoor paddle workshops to teach volunteers and members how to identify and prevent the spread of invasive plants in New Brunswick lakes.
Free Download
Best Practices Guide
In 2019 we worked with our other Lake Associations to create a “Best Practices Guide” so that each individual lake will have a baseline for effective environmental management practices.
Know Your Plants
These are some of New Brunswick’s most common invasive plant species. Have you seen any of these in or around your local lakes? You can report it to us here.
