beaches

Oct
03
2012
Environmental Defence has entered into a competition for $100,000 from the Aviva Community Fund to help protect our beaches,lakes and water quality in Canada.
Aug
14
2012
Beaches are places to gather with friends and family, either to relax, be adventurous, or simply enjoy nature. When we think of a “day at the beach” our thoughts turn to sunny, carefree days of lazing about and frolicking in the water. ...
Jul
24
2012
For the past 24 days, we've been giving you ideas for ways to enjoy Canada's Blue Flag beaches. We suggested birding, sailing, picnicking, and yoga, just to name a ...
Jul
12
2012
If you need to cool off and experience something new this summer, try skimming along the surface of the clean water at a Blue Flag beach. There is much more to do at the beach than sit in the sun, so suit up and head out for a windsurfing ...
Jul
11
2012
Dogs seem to enjoy the beach as much as we do. With their thick coats, they love nothing more than splashing around in the water on a hot summer day. But before you head to the beach with Fido, make sure you are going somewhere that dogs are ...
Jul
09
2012
Sick of lying on the beach? Why not grab a paddle and head out in a kayak? Kayaking is a great way to enjoy your Blue Flag beach from a different ...
Jul
03
2012
Blue Flag beaches offer a great place to comb local museums and historical sites for treasures from the past. Take a peek at some of the treasures that have been found around Blue Flag beaches and then head out to hunt for your ...
Jun
21
2012
Swimming may seem like the obvious thing to do at the beach, but do you need convincing to take the plunge? If you are concerned about water quality, than a Blue Flag beach is the place for you! To be awarded the Blue Flag, beaches must meet ...