We are now in the heart of summer and swim season is well underway. Every day, more and more Vancouverites are hitting the beaches and getting into the water. How do they know which beaches are nearby and if they’re safe for swimming? For many, the answer is Swim Guide!
What's New to Swim Guide?
5 Must-See Vancouver Beaches for Summer 2018
Looking to harness your inner fish this summer? Here are 5 beaches that you should explore! But before you do that, be sure to check Swim Guide for the latest info on water quality.
Swim Drink Fish Welcomes New Ambassadors
Four new ambassadors joined the Swim Drink Fish family in April at our Swim Drink Fish Gala Vancouver 2018. The “Swim Drink Fish Ambassadors” were formally recognized and welcomed to the circle by one of our previous ambassadors, Jennifer Baichwal. We are grateful for their work and dedication to our natural world and we are excited to celebrate them.
Sewage problems must be fixed if Vancouver wants to be a global role model, say advocates
The Star Vancouver, Wanyee Li and Ainslie Cruickshank - April 13, 2018
A man and his dog paddleboard in Vancouver, where city staff are working to reduce the amount of sewage overflow going into waterways. (FOR STARMETRO / JENNIFER GAUTHIER)
Untreated sewage pollutes water across the country
The Star Vancouver, Ainslie Cruikshank - April 11, 2018
In Vancouver, the worst combined sewage outflow point in 2016 spewed untreated wastewater into Vancouver Harbour, near Waterfront Station. (JENNIFER GAUTHIER/FOR STARMETRO)
Chilliwack river cleanup leader named a B.C. ‘community achiever’
The Chilliwack Progress, Paul J. Henderson - April 2, 2018
Chris Gadsden one of 25 in province to be presented award by British Columbia Achievement Foundation
Fraser River cleanup turnout in Chilliwack was even bigger than last year’s
The Chilliwack Progress, Jennifer Feinberg - March 29, 2018
The event has been embraced by Chilliwack and beyond and has grown over the years
These folks were among the 650 people at the 11th Annual Fraser River Cleanup. (Photo courtesy of Roxanna Froese)
VIDEO: Gill Road cleanup draws 650 volunteers
River cleanup sets sights on Gill Road messes
The Chilliwack Progress, Jessica Peters - March 21, 2018
Annual Fraser River cleanup looking for volunteers for Chilliwack-area event
Garbage along the Fraser River that was cleaned up at last year’s annual Fraser River Cleanup. This year’s event is being held on March 24. (Submitted to The Chilliwack Progress)
Reconnecting with our local waterways
The Vancouver Sun, Lauren Brown Hornor - March 21, 2018
A picture taken on March 20, 2013 in Marseille, France, shows a drop of water that reflected a map of the Earth. World Water Day is held annually on March 22 to draw attention to the importance of freshwater and advocating for the sustainable management of freshwater resources. (
