The Narwhal https://thenarwhal.ca Deep Dives, Cold Facts, & Pointed Commentary en-US Copyright 2026 The Narwhal hourly 1 Can bans on boats — including canoes and kayaks — stop a tiny shellfish from wreaking havoc across Canada? https://thenarwhal.ca/manitoba-riding-mountain-zebra-mussels/ Fri, 24 May 2024 12:00:00 +0000 https://thenarwhal.ca/?p=107670 Riding Mountain National Park’s boat ban is part of a growing trend across the country. The goal: stop a tiny invasive creature that can produce a million eggs per year Julia-Simone Rutgers In-Depth News freshwater Manitoba protected areas wildlife Winnipeg Photo: David Butler / iStock A dock stretches out into the calm waters of Clear Lake in Riding Mountain National Park, reflecting yellow, orange and pink hues of sunset