THE NATIONAL WATER RESEARCH INSTITUTE
Canada's Leader in Freshwater Research

Environment Canada's The National Water Research Institute (NWRI) is Canada's preeminent freshwater research facility, the largest in the country with centres on the shores of the Great Lakes in Burlington, Ontario and in the heart of the Canadian Prairies in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. From these vantage points, NWRI extends its influence across Canada and beyond, leading world-class research on freshwater issues. Research into Action to Benefit Canadians See eleven short vignettes of how practical, applied science supports the development of regulations, guidelines, policies and international agreements; and the tangible economic and health benefits that stem from sound stewardship of our aquatic resources.

2006 NWRI Seminar Series: February 9 NWRI is awarded a Certificate of Recognition for an innovative energy conservation partnership with Burlington Hydro, the City of Burlington and the Province of Ontario to promote energy efficiency and conservation in Burlington and the Province of Ontario. NLETTER's current issue. New - Staff biographies organized by expertise topics. NWRI's Dr. Jiri Marsalek was awarded an Environment Canada Citation of Excellence. NWRI's Dr. Len Wassenaar is a co-recipient of the Geoff Howell Citation of Excellence for Innovation. NWRI Research Scientist Dr. Mark Hewitt was a co-recipient of the prestigious 2005 NSERC Synergy Award. Other Items