Media release – Community support and actions in Quinte watershed growing for Pugnose Shiner fish, a Species at Risk

MEDIA RELEASE Community support and actions in Quinte watershed growing for Pugnose Shiner fish, a Species at Risk Perth, ON, October 18, 2021 – Cathie Coultis has lived in the Quinte watershed for almost 15 years. In the past few years, though, she is seeing dramatic changes on West Lake. More invasive phragmites are spreading in the water, and she is seeing an increase in shoreline development, resulting in increased sedimentation and removal of aquatic vegetation. Cathie is the ... Read More

Watersheds Canada is honoured to be a finalist for the Nature Inspiration Awards in the Not-For-Profit (Small and Medium) category. The Nature Inspiration Awards recognize individuals and organizations whose specific projects encourage Canadians to take an interest in natural history, create links with nature and contribute to its preservation. Specifically, our innovative Natural Edge Program, the only program of its kind in Canada, has been recognized with this nomination. Award winners ... Read More

 Media Release “Take the Challenge: Connecting what we say & actually do in order to protect our lakes and rivers” 2021 Lake Links Webinar Workshop October 6, 2021 - Join us at our 20th Annual Lake Links Workshop, “Take the Challenge: Connecting what we say & actually do in order to protect our lakes and rivers” on Saturday, October 23rd, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. as a free on-line webinar.  At this year’s workshop, learn how to turn what we say into action to help protect ... Read More

September 17, 2021, Cobden, Ontario - The Muskrat Watershed Council (MWC) is elated to be the recipient of a grant from the Great Lakes Local Action Fund.  The Ontario government has selected 44 projects to receive this funding, which supports local projects.  These projects are led by community-based organizations, municipalities, conservation authorities and Indigenous communities and organizations across Ontario, from Ottawa to Thunder Bay. Projects were selected following a competitive ... Read More

Thank you to the the River Institute for hosting Watersheds Canada for an "Ever Wonder How To..." workshop last week! Living by the water is wonderful – the peace and quiet, the beauty of the water, and the enjoyment of spending time with family and friends along its shores are but a few of its many benefits. If you’re a waterfront property owner or know of someone who is, this Great River Rapport workshop may be of interest to you! During this live waterfront property assessment, we ... Read More

Watersheds Canada and Pinegrove Productions are excited to announce the development and delivery of a multimedia project to help families and youth see, discuss, and understand how human actions on lakes have significant ecological impacts above and below the water. Comparisons between developed and natural sites will be made as youth explore underwater impacts on wildlife living on their lake. Thank you to Wildlife Habitat Canada for generously funding the "Ontario Shoreline and Freshwater ... Read More

In partnership with YAK Youth Services and Water Rangers, Watersheds Canada recently held a free workshop for youth attending summer programming at YAK Youth Services in Perth, Ontario. This workshop provided students with an introduction to water quality testing and the different scientific tools that are used to assess freshwater health. Using samples from the nearby Tay River, youth used Water Rangers tiny testkits - which included pH strips and a thermometer - to understand what was ... Read More

Lake Links is celebrating its 20th anniversary! Take part in the online workshop on Saturday, October 23rd at 10am EST to “Take the Challenge!" Guest speakers will focus on connecting what we say and actually do in order to protect our lakes and rivers. Lake Links is a collaborative one-day workshop held every October. It attracts citizens and scientists to share ways we can help sustain our lakes and rivers. Individuals spread across five watersheds in Eastern Ontario and beyond attend ... Read More

Have you ever wondered how to naturalize your shoreline? What should you and your family be looking for on your property that might impact water quality and wildlife habitat availability? Chloe and Monica from Watersheds Canada will walk you through a property assessment to show you what our staff look for on a property that can help protect freshwater health and provide crucial habitat for wildlife. There will be a question period at the end of this webinar, so be sure to bring questions about ... Read More