This year has been a very difficult one for Canadians, especially for those living in and visiting waterfront communities. Warnings and evacuations lasted much of 2023 as areas were devastated by record-level storms, wildfires, and other symptoms of climate change. Despite it all, thousands of community groups and volunteers have continued to make freshwater protection a priority. These passionate community leaders understood that nature-based solutions are an essential way we can increase ... Read More
Why should you support Watersheds Canada this Giving Tuesday?
by Monica Seidel, Communications and Fundraising Manager Watersheds Canada is a special organization. I have had the pleasure of being a part of this small team for over three years now. I have been mentored, taught, and encouraged by countless volunteers, community groups, and colleagues who all have a passion and dedication for coming together to protect Canada’s freshwater. While my job title mentions communications and fundraising, I have a deep passion for outreach and education. ... Read More
Congratulations to the Water 50/50 winners!
Thank you to everyone for supporting Watersheds Canada's first-ever 50/50 charity lottery event! Because of you, we are able to bring nature back to our shores, fund fish spawning habitat, and promote hands-on lake and river stewardship programs. Environmental commitment and generosity always inspires the Watersheds Canada team, especially over the past six weeks of the Water 50/50 charity lottery. In total, $4,585 in prize money was awarded to three early bird winners ($150 each), and one ... Read More
A gift of a greener earth: symbolically adopt a turtle, salamander, osprey, or sandpiper!
by Ty Fischer, Riparian Health Restoration Technician With cooler temperatures approaching, you might be starting to think about the holiday season and everything that comes with it – skiing or snowboarding, sipping warm apple cider by the fire, snacking on gingerbread and other sweets, and of course, exchanging gifts with your friends and family. If you are starting your search for a thoughtful and unique gift for the nature lover in your life, look no further than our symbolic adoptions. ... Read More
“Hooked on Habitat: Sustainable Fisheries for the Future” – 2023 Lake Links in-person Workshop
Join us at our 22nd Annual Lake Links Workshop and first in-person workshop since Covid-19 began, “Hooked on Habitat: Sustainable Fisheries for the Future”, on Saturday, October 21st, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Perth Civitan Club (6787 Lanark County Rd 43, Perth, ON). Registration for this event $25 (includes lunch) and is at watersheds.ca/lake-links At this year’s workshop, we will learn about Ontario’s fisheries, the threats they face, and solutions for their recovery and ... 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
Farren Lake residents lead second fish habitat project in twelve months
Westport, ON – Having undertaken two fish habitat restoration projects in a twelve-month period, it is safe to say that the residents of Farren Lake are looking out for their local fish species. In early August 2023, members of the Farren Lake Property Owners Association (FLPOA) gathered for the second time to create and deploy brush bundles on their lake. Now with both the eastern and western portions of the lake rehabilitated with underwater sticks and branches, residents of the lake can ... Read More
The Eastern Red-Backed Salamander and Our Shared Shoreline Responsibility
by Andres Clavier, Freshwater Stewardship Education Intern World Habitat Day, October 2nd, offers a moment to reflect on the interconnectedness of life within our Canadian landscapes. To commemorate, let us delve into the fascinating world of a prolific Canadian salamander species: the Eastern Red-Backed Salamander (Plethodon cinereus). This amphibian can teach us much about the value of shoreline habitats and the crucial role that we can play in conserving these unique ecosystems. From ... Read More
What’s your favourite river?
by Chloe Lajoie, Natural Edge Program Manager Today is a special day - today is World Rivers Day. As the program manager of Watersheds Canada’s Natural Edge program, I have helped landowners, students, community partners and volunteers, and municipalities plant over 104,000 native species to bring nature back to severely degraded shorelands. That work is happening right now! However, our fall planting season is tall on restoration site demands and short on funds. You help us get more ... Read More
Out on the Lake: Reflecting on my Experience with the Love Your Lake Program
by Ty Fischer, Riparian Habitat Restoration Intern Lakes are to Ontarians what the Rocky Mountains are to British Columbians – places of humbling grandeur, of ineffable richness and diversity, and of truly iconic and symbolic importance for our province. It is very fitting, then, that Watersheds Canada and Canadian Wildlife Federation's lake shoreline assessment program be called “Love Your Lake”. I have been fortunate enough to take part in this initiative and to personally witness this ... Read More
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