Our Work
Here’s some of the work we’re doing to ensure a healthy environment, strong economy and high quality of life for current and future generations.
EVENTS
GLC Semiannual Meeting and Great Lakes Day 2024
The Great Lakes Commission Semiannual Meeting and Great Lakes Day 2024 events took place March 5-7, 2024 in Washington, D.C. — click for more details!
ADVOCACY
2024 GLC Federal Priorities for the Great Lakes
The GLC released its 2024 federal priorities, urging the Biden administration and Congress to invest in projects and programs that will protect the Great Lakes and accelerate the national economy. Read more about our priorities here.
ADVOCACY
Great Lakes Investment Tracker
The new Great Lakes Investment Tracker is an interactive mapping application developed by the Great Lakes Commission to showcase federally-funded projects in Great Lakes states. Visit the tracker here!
NEWS
RFP: Great Lakes Sediment and Nutrient Reduction Program
The GLC has issued a request for proposals (RFP) for the 2024 Great Lakes Sediment and Nutrient Reduction Program (GLSNRP) grant program. Learn more here — applications are due April 29, 2024!
JOBS
Position available: Financial operations
The Great Lakes Commission has an immediate opening for a financial operations specialist to assist with administrative and financial duties — visit our Jobs page to learn more and apply today!
NEWS
RFP: Great Lakes Aquatic Invasive Species Landing Blitz
The GLC issued a request for proposals to support outreach to recreational boaters for the regional Great Lakes Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Landing Blitz, an annual event. Learn more here — applications are due April 5, 2024!
Thunder Bay project preventing microplastics from entering waterways gets $45K from Ontario
A project that helps prevent plastic pollution from entering Lake Superior and Thunder Bay's local waterways is receiving $45,000 in funding from Ontario. Cutting-edge catch basin filters called LittaTraps will be placed at city parks, waterfront areas and parking...
EPA kicks off Rouge River dredging project around Zug Island
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency kicked off an $84 million dredging project in the lower Rouge River around Zug Island in southeast Michigan this month, aiming to remove the pollution that makes the Rouge one of the most toxic sites in the Great Lakes. Read...
Cutting-edge cement carrier coming to Great Lakes next year
A cutting-edge, high-efficiency cement carrier will make its way to the Great Lakes next year. According to Eureka Shipping, the state-of-the-art mechanical/pneumatic cement ship is designed to replace two older vessels while maintaining the same cargo capacity. Read...
Great Lakes Commission Position Available: Financial Operations Specialist
The Great Lakes Commission has an immediate opening for a financial operations specialist to assist with administrative and financial duties. Apply by April 15.
Request for Proposals: Phragmites Adaptive Management Framework Small Grants
Ann Arbor, Mich. – The Great Lakes Commission today issued a request for proposals (RFP) to support participation in the Phragmites Adaptive Management Framework (PAMF) and implementation of priority Phragmites management actions. Indigenous Nations, U.S.-based state...
Commissions sign historic agreement to enhance cooperation on Great Lakes restoration and protection
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a ceremony held today, the Great Lakes Commission (GLC), Great Lakes Fishery Commission (GLFC), and International Joint Commission (IJC) formally signed the first-ever memorandum of understanding between them. The agreement sets a clear path for...
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GREAT LAKES EVENTS
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Great Lakes Calendar
International Conference on Aquatic Invasive Species
May 12 - May 1647th Larval Fish Conference (Early Life History Section of the American Fisheries Society)
May 12 - May 16River Rally
May 13 - May 16