Havelock, Ontario, February 24, 2026 -- The five pillars of partnership perfection joined together for a $16,000 Yamaha Financial Services [YFS] Stay Outdoors Program cheque presentation to Watersheds Canada during a media event hosted by Dunfords Powersports & Marine. On Tuesday, February 24, the Dunfords showroom floor glittered with much more than leading outdoor brands and products - it was a showcase of the partnership commitment of Yamaha Financial Services, Yamaha Motor Company, ... Read More
Give Them the Gift of Beautiful Lakes
Finding the perfect gift can be hard. Most people know at least one person who feels impossible to buy for. We hunt through gift guides and wander aimlessly through stores trying to find the present that shows the one we care about how much we appreciate them. Celebrate those you care about in a meaningful way with a tribute gift from Watersheds Canada! A tribute gift is not like most items you can find on the shelves; it’s not wrapped in plastic and won’t be re-gifted later. Along with the ... Read More
Welcoming Spring’s Early Pollinators: Tricoloured Bumble Bee & Canadian Tiger Swallowtail
by Jonathan Miller, Freshwater Conservation Intern Each spring, long before summer wildflowers begin to bloom, two important native pollinators emerge across Canada: the tricoloured bumble bee (Bombus ternarius) and the Canadian tiger swallowtail (Papilio canadensis). These species are more than beautiful signs that warmer weather has arrived; they are essential ecological partners to our forests, gardens, and early-spring plants as they help drive the success of our ecosystems. By ... Read More
Media Release – Watersheds Canada, First Nations and lake volunteers do “something big” for local walleye
Frontenac County, February 6, 2026 – Enough stone to spread across a dance floor now covers the ice on the westerly side of a small island on Kennebec Lake in eastern Ontario. It is ten tonnes of washed river stone to be exact, a perfect nursery for millions of walleye eggs that will produce adult fish in the decades to come. But until the winter hardtop returns to open water and the fresh load of substrate settles to the bottom, the even spread of dark stone against the snow and ice is another ... Read More
Septic System Health and Native Plants
by Andres Clavier, Freshwater Stewardship Education Intern Planting Around Your Septic System Septic systems are integral to many homes, particularly those not connected to municipal sewage systems. While they are vital in managing household waste, landscaping over septic systems can be a tricky challenge. It is important to choose the right kinds of native plants for planting over your septic system, and equally as important, to know which plant species to avoid and plant further away. ... Read More
10 Days of Winter Activities for the Whole Family!
by Amy DeBoer, Riparian Habitat Restoration Intern Canadian winters can be cold and dark, but that just means we get to be more creative in how we enjoy the outdoors! Here is a list of 10 activities to inspire you and your family to enjoy all the winter season has to offer. 1. Decorate the Windows A Canadian winter tends to be less colourful than our other seasons, so why not add some ourselves! Using washable paint or markers, you can create temporary window designs. This craft can ... Read More
Watersheds Canada Expands Nature Discovery Backpacks Across Canada with 7 New Lending Libraries
New community partnerships in 2025 provide 2,000 children and youth with hands-on environmental learning and exploration opportunities. Watersheds Canada expanded its Nature Discovery Backpack program in 2025, launching 7 new lending libraries in collaboration with community partners in Manitoba and Ontario. Over 60 new curriculum-linked backpacks were created which will provide families, children, youth, and community groups with free access to hands-on environmental learning tools that ... Read More
Can you discharge your boat’s greywater to lakes and rivers?
by Andres Clavier, Freshwater Stewardship Education Intern Canada's commitment to preserving its pristine water bodies is reflected in its regulatory framework. The primary legislation governing boat discharge is the Vessel Pollution and Dangerous Chemicals Act. This law covers pollutants ranging from oil and chemicals to sewage from marine vessels. Under this Act, all vessels with installed toilet facilities are required to have a marine sanitation device on board. This device is intended to ... Read More
Watersheds Canada Launches Free Online Resource Library
Watersheds Canada is excited to announce the launch of a new online resource library – a free, one-stop shop designed to make freshwater conservation information accessible to everyone. From waterfront property owners and municipal staff, to community associations, educators, families, and researchers, this digital library offers practical tools and resources across a wide array of topics to protect and restore Canada’s lakes, rivers, and shorelines. The online resource library brings ... Read More
Watersheds Canada announces its new Board Chair
Watersheds Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Thomas as the new Chair of its Board of Directors. This leadership transition marks an exciting milestone as the 24-year-old national charity continues to advance its mission of restoring freshwater environments and engaging communities from coast to coast to coast. Mike Thomas discovered the work of Watersheds Canada from his own cottage dock in Haliburton County, Ontario. Through his ongoing volunteer commitment to his local ... Read More
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