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Laura Reinsborough

Laura Reinsborough is the Riverkeeper and CEO at Ottawa Riverkeeper, a registered Canadian charity focused on the protection of the Ottawa River and its tributaries.


Canada can be a leader in regulating ‘forever chemicals’ if we act now

Higher concentrations of ‘forever chemicals’ in waterways are being missed, illustrated by the fact that every sample from the Ottawa River and its tributaries has PFAS present. The federal government has a chance to show the world that it’s willing to take the urgent actions needed to address harms to the environment.

opinion | BY LAURA REINSBOROUGH | April 22, 2026