Morissette Group Begins 16-Day St. Lawrence Shoreline Cleanup

Morissette, a Quebec environmental group, has started a 16‑day shoreline cleanup of the St. Lawrence River to reduce pollution affecting marine wildlife such as whales and turtles.

GMNA Montreal

Morissette Group Begins 16-Day St. Lawrence Shoreline Cleanup

A Quebec environmental organization called Morissette has launched a 16‑day cleanup effort along the St. Lawrence River shoreline. The initiative, scheduled to run for sixteen consecutive days, targets litter and other pollutants that have accumulated on the river banks.

The cleanup is focused on improving water quality in the St. Lawrence River, a waterway that supports a range of marine species. Organizers say the work is intended to reduce the impact of debris on whales, turtles and other wildlife that rely on the river ecosystem.

Volunteers will be deployed to various points along the shoreline throughout the province of Quebec. Teams are expected to collect trash, remove hazardous materials and document areas of concern. The effort is coordinated by Morissette, which has previously engaged in environmental projects in the region.

By addressing shoreline pollution, the group hopes to create a cleaner habitat for the river's inhabitants and contribute to broader conservation goals. The 16‑day duration allows participants to cover a substantial stretch of the riverbank while maintaining a focused schedule.