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Riders cruise along the Chrysler Canada Greenway, part of a growing network of trails that will soon span two nations. A new report co-authored by UWindsor visiting scholar John Hartig explores how the upcoming Gordie Howe International Bridge can spark cRiders cruise along the Chrysler Canada Greenway, part of a growing network of trails that will soon span two nations. A new report co-authored by UWindsor visiting scholar John Hartig explores how the upcoming Gordie Howe International Bridge can spark cross-border trail tourism and strengthen ties between Windsor and Detroit. (Photo by Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island)

A shared path forward: Report maps vision for international trail connections

By Sara Elliott

With every turn of their pedals across the Gordie Howe International Bridge next year, cyclists will be forging new paths — linking two cities, two countries and a shared story of place and possibility.

A new report, co-authored by University of Windsor visiting scholar John Hartig, explores how the region can harness this opportunity to grow cross-border trail tourism and build connections through shared experiences.

Nadia HarduarNadia Harduar, UWindsor’s sustainability officer, is inviting the community to celebrate Earth Day at Malden Park and join the university’s Green Team in a tree planting event along the Ganatchio Trail.

Environmental activities Sunday to celebrate Earth

The University of Windsor will be represented at the city’s Earth Day festival, Sunday, April 27, in Malden Park.

Mike McKay and George Bullerjahn tour a labMike McKay and George Bullerjahn tour a lab of the International Joint Innovation Team for Yunnan Plateau Lakes and Laurentian Great Lakes during a workshop in Kunming, China.

Workshop brings together scientists to address freshwater algal blooms

Visiting scholar Xuexiu Chang and professor Hugh MacIsaac convened 24 of the world’s top scientists for a workshop on algal blooms.