Lyne Morissette leads 2,000-km St Lawrence shoreline cleanup to collect 1,000 tonnes of waste

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How much waste has the initiative collected so far?

As of 2026, the Mission 1,000 tonnes initiative has collected 749 tonnes of waste, according to its website. Lyne Morissette estimated the total slightly higher. The project began eight years ago with a goal of 10 tonnes, later expanded to 1,000 tonnes.

Which communities are involved in the cleanup?

The 2026 cleanup includes stops in Greater Montreal, Quebec City, Baie-Comeau, and the Innu community of Pessamit. Volunteers and scientists are working with local organisations and residents along the 2,000-kilometre route.

What kinds of waste do volunteers find?

Volunteers regularly collect cigarette butts, plastic takeout containers, and coffee cups. They have also found unexpected items, such as a starter gun for a rowing competition, which was initially mistaken for a firearm. The waste is documented to study pollution’s impact.