About our Fundraising

Please click the link below to sign up for our newsletter, where we’ll share all our latest updates and information.

http://eepurl.com/jjKHjI

All funds raised through this campaign will be held in trust on behalf of the leadership of the four founding organizations of this campaign: Wasagaming Chamber of Commerce (WCC), the Clear Lake Cottage Owners’ Association (CLCOA), the Clear Lake Cabin Owners’ Association (CLCA), and the Clear Lake Country Destination Enrichment Organization (CLC). Funds will only be distributed at the direction of these organizations. The reversal of broad bans are the lightning rod for our fundraising efforts. The funds will only be used for legal action, advocacy, and communications efforts on behalf of these organizations. The funds are held in trust by GoFundMe and Impact Public Affairs.

About our Campaign

We are a coalition of community organizations and local businesses who care deeply about the future of Clear Lake. Our goal is to rebuild trust and foster a respectful, long-term relationship with Parks Canada, rooted in transparency and collaboration. We are also committed to building respectful partnerships with First Nations communities, where invited, and supporting their leadership, and enduring connection to this land.

In 2024, Parks Canada discovered zebra mussels in Clear Lake and promptly announced a temporary ban on motorized boats - and later all watercraft - for the summer, aiming to prevent further spread of this invasive species. Following consultations with scientists and Indigenous advisers, Parks Canada concluded that complete eradication of zebra mussels was not feasible and initially planned to lift the boat ban for the 2025 season and adopt a ‘one boat one lake’ policy.

However, on May 16, 2025, Parks Canada unexpectedly reversed their decision, opting to maintain restrictions on motorized watercraft for another year without clear scientific justification. This was unexpected and raised serious concerns about the relationship between the Clear Lake Community and Parks Canada.

This arbitrary policy reversal has had a profound impact on the Clear Lake community, affecting local businesses, cabin owners, and tourists alike. For decades, we have relied on responsible boating access not only for economic livelihoods but also as a cornerstone of our community's identity and Manitoba’s welcoming spirit to visitors.

At Fairness for Clear Lake, we advocate for transparent and inclusive decision-making processes that consider the long-term interests of all stakeholders involved. Join us in safeguarding Clear Lake and promoting fair policies that uphold the values of collaboration and sustainability.

Please donate to help us mobilize public affairs resources, including media, digital marketing, and other advocacy tools. We need to make our voices heard!