Merrell-Ann Phare

Host @PorcupinePdcast, IJC Commissioner, water, climate, rights and responsibilities, watersheds, be better, food, doggies...writer, lawyer, negotiator, artist

[Merrell-Ann Phare @pharethoughts]

On February 2 it’s #WorldWetlandsDay. Wetlands are essential for clean water, flood protection and biodiversity. Across the Canada-United States transboundary region, they help maintain the health of shared waters. https://t.co/EgycdsSfZh

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'Historic' signing between Okanagan-Similkameen First Nations, local governments - Penticton Western News https://t.co/7Qz4qCiiLQ

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Organized by the IJC and hosted by the Kootenai Tribe of Idaho, this Governance Body highlights how the IJC helps governments use a holistic approach to resolve transboundary water issues along the US-Can. border. (2/2) @International Joint Commission @colleen_sklar @WaterWired

[Merrell-Ann Phare @pharethoughts]

Representatives from Idaho, Montana, BC, Canada, the United States and Ktunaxa Nation met in Bonners Ferry, ID, earlier this month to collaborate on solutions to water pollution in the Elk-Kootenai/y watershed. (1/2)

[Merrell-Ann Phare @pharethoughts]

Ontario art curator puts beauty and tragedy of climate crisis on display. #art #glaciers #climatecrisis # #ontario https://t.co/GrSrPR1t0i

[Merrell-Ann Phare @pharethoughts]

The IJC’s commitment to protecting our shared waters remains unwavering through strategic partnerships, cutting-edge science and community partnerships. Watch “Intro to the IJC” to learn about our approach 🌊 https://t.co/RxwDdptEYa 
 #StrategicLeadership #IJC101

[Merrell-Ann Phare @pharethoughts]

When Indigenous knowledge meets scientific expertise, the result is powerful and lasting. IJC, with Canada, US and Ktunaxa Nation, is building a stronger foundation for collaboration in the Elk-Kootenai/y watershed. 🌿🌊 #CollaborativeGovernance
https://t.co/vhHrqfmLcX

[Merrell-Ann Phare @pharethoughts]

Achievements of the International Watersheds Initiative: IWI boards, improving outreach and data sharing, and creating a Climate Change Guidance Framework. The IWI continues to address future challenges like climate change, water quality and habitat loss. https://t.co/xqy6fzxcZb

[Merrell-Ann Phare @pharethoughts]

The Soo Locks are vital for Canada & the US, as a #GreatLakes gateway for freighters, boosting trade & supporting jobs & national security. I had opp’y with my other IJC Commissioners colleagues to tour this engineering marvel, thanks to @DetroitDistrict - https://t.co/AcaN7FV1LT

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Meeting with Garden River First Nation is part of the IJC’s broader commitment to building respect, trust & understanding with Indigenous people in all the places we work where the water brings us together.” – IJC Commissioner Susan Chiblow #GreatLakes https://t.co/RV8FeGT7xC

[Merrell-Ann Phare @pharethoughts]

Today on National Indigenous Peoples Day, we honour the rich cultures, lands and waters, jurisdictions and governance of Indigenous Peoples. Let’s also recognize the vital transboundary waters that connect us all. #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay @International Joint Commission

[Merrell-Ann Phare @pharethoughts]

Happy World Environment Day! Let's keep our water clean, so fish don't have to learn to walk. 🐟🚶😂 #WorldEnvironmentDay #CleanWater

[Indigenous Leadership Initiative @ILInationhood]

#Indigenous Protected & Conserved Areas are more than just lines on a map: they protect places that matter most & support healthy lands, which builds healthy communities. They’re an expression of Nationhood, & we’re proud to support this work across Canada https://t.co/jXfCcXs1yd

[Christopher Wilkie @WilkieC123]

In addition to those mentioned below, would like to add @SenatorBurey, #RobertKitchenMP, and of course our @LampreyControl colleagues at GLFC. @IJCsharedwaters joins everyone in celebrating our precious shared waters! And thanks to Commissioners @pharethoughts and Robert Gioia!

[Merrell-Ann Phare @pharethoughts]

Does anyone know what kind of #fossil this is? The rock is about 10 inches long and 5 inches wide. I found it in my backyard.

[the Water Institute @water_institute]

Join us TODAY at 12pm EST as we welcome @IJCsharedwaters Canadian Chair @pharethoughts to share insights on ‘Safeguarding water values through collaborative #WaterGovernance’.

💧Join the conversation here:
https://t.co/SCJowP2TYb

[meredith brown @rivermeredith]

Great news for #GreatLakes waters
(and beyond)...congratulations Dr. Chiblow who becomes Canada's newest Commissioner for the International Joint Commission. Super news that @pharethoughts has been reappointed. #sharedwaters #sharedresponsibilities

[Christopher Wilkie @WilkieC123]

A pleasure to join @IJCsharedwaters Cdn Co-chair @pharethoughts and Commissioner Chiblow at #ENVI @HoCCommittees as they spoke of the IJC's longstanding contributions to successful management of shared Canada-US freshwater.

[Merrell-Ann Phare @pharethoughts]

Great Lakes average ice cover drops to 6%, one of lowest levels ever recorded. #ClimateCrisis #Ice #Canada #GreatLakes #NOAA https://t.co/r7P8htj8Ce

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Finalist entry from Fort William First Nation shows hope for cleaning plastic out of oceans https://t.co/ttwt8m3nyA via @pentictonherald