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ORGANIZATION
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Acting with Conviction
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Overview of the St. Lawrence Centre
Reporting to the Environmental Conservation Branch of Environment Canada, the SLC is a place where science supports action on the environment.
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Acting on Research
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The Mission and the Mandate of the St. Lawrence Centre
The mission of the St. Lawrence Centre is to enhance understanding of St. Lawrence River ecosystems based on sound science and an integrated-knowledge approach.
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Acting for the Future
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The Protection and the Conservation of the River
The St. Lawrence River is one of the world’s largest watercourses. Its drainage basin covers an area of 1 610 000 km2 and represents, along with the Great Lakes, some 25% of the Earth’s freshwater reserves.
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Acting by Sharing Knowledge and Experience
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Training and Technology Transfer
Being a leader in research and development on river ecosystems means more than just “doing science”. Recognized nationally and internationally for its expertise, the St. Lawrence Centre devotes particular attention to knowledge sharing and technology transfer.
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Acting beyond Borders
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Co-operating with International Partners
By virtue of its reputation and its co-operative efforts with organizations around the world, the St. Lawrence Centre has quickly established an international expertise in river ecosystems and in the integrated management of watercourses.
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Partners and Related Web Sites
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Other agencies or programs with web sites offering information on the St. Lawrence River.
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