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Best Practices from the ECCC Code of Practice: Aiming for Reduced Salt Pollution

March 11, 2024 By Watersheds 1 Comment

by Andres Clavier, Freshwater Stewardship Education Intern The environmental repercussions of excessive road salt application have instigated numerous research and policy endeavours. One significant contribution in this area is the "Code of Practice for the Environmental Management of Road Salts" developed by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC). This post delineates the salient practices endorsed by this code for salt authorities, emphasizing the reduction of salt-induced ... Read More

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How to Identify Salt Vulnerable Areas

March 7, 2024 By Watersheds Leave a Comment

by Andres Clavier, Freshwater Stewardship Education Intern With the widespread use of road salts in countries to combat winter's icy conditions, our freshwater ecosystems are increasing in salinity which is hazardous for our ecosystems. This is especially true for salt vulnerable areas.  What is a Salt Vulnerable Area? A salt vulnerable area refers to freshwater sources, primarily lakes and rivers, that are particularly susceptible to contamination from road salts (Environment Canada, ... Read More

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Are Canada’s lakes becoming salty?

March 4, 2024 By Watersheds 3 Comments

by Andres Clavier, Freshwater Stewardship Education Intern Recent research has highlighted concerning news: there has been a pronounced escalation in the salinization of our freshwater bodies over the past twenty years. If this trend continues, many Canadian lakes will reach critical levels in the next 40 years. Elevated salt concentrations can severely impair aquatic flora, lead to widespread fish deaths, and turn these freshwater zones inhabitable for many species. The implications extend ... Read More

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An ice road to Rome: Trout spawning bed restored in Madawaska Valley, Ontario

February 27, 2024 By Monica Seidel Leave a Comment

by Monica Seidel, Communications and Fundraising Manager The saying goes that ‘all roads lead to Rome’. At that point in human history, the city of Rome was a critical centre of activity that all traffic moved to and through. By directing all movement to Rome, it was ensured to be top-of-mind and to keep its relevancy and importance. Today, of course, there are many different “Romes” – things and places that hold our attention and drive our actions. For waterfront property owners, one of ... Read More

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Western Chorus Frog: A Captivating New Voice in the Conservation Song

February 14, 2024 By Watersheds Leave a Comment

by Ty Fischer, Riparian Health Restoration Intern In conservation biology, the term “charismatic megafauna” refers to the largest and most iconic species of animal, such as wolves and grizzly bears, for which threats to their population status attract a disproportionate amount of the public’s attention (Krause, Robinson, 2017).  Historically, these species were the core focus of conservation efforts because the ubiquitous appreciation for them could be used as a driving force to motivate ... Read More

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Wetlands: How Marshes and Swamps Can Save the World

January 30, 2024 By Watersheds Leave a Comment

by Ty Fischer, Riparian Habitat Restoration Intern Addressing an issue as complex and multifaceted as climate change is a daunting task. The scale of the problem is so large, the impacts are so profound, and the need to solve current problems versus the need to prevent future ones from appearing is a tough balance to strike. This last reason is why it is so important to direct our attention towards environmental objectives that attack the climate change issue from multiple angles at once, ... Read More

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10 Days of Winter Activities with Your Family!

January 15, 2024 By Watersheds 3 Comments

by Ty Fischer, Riparian Habitat Restoration Intern It is no secret that winters can be harsh here in Canada. Between the cold weather and the lack of sunlight, this is the time of year that many choose to stay inside and cozy up to the fire with a hot beverage and a good book. Next time you make a pot of hot chocolate, however, consider reaching for the travel mug instead! The winter season can provide you with incredible and magical opportunities to get out and connect with nature. There are ... Read More

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You Can Give Our Lakes and Rivers a Fighting Chance

December 30, 2023 By Watersheds Leave a Comment

Healthy Shorelands Tackle the Climate Crisis Extreme weather alerts sent more waterfront communities running for safety this past year. Perhaps nowhere else in Canada is the aftermath of wildfires, derechos, floods, and other symptoms of climate change more obvious than on lakes and rivers. Support for Watersheds Canada addresses climate change impacts on habitat, water quality, and costly insurance claims. Your Donations Plant the Future Watersheds Canada is a take-action organization that ... Read More

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3 Seasons in Review

December 18, 2023 By Watersheds 1 Comment

by Ty Fischer, Riparian Health Restoration Technician One of the great things about working for Watersheds Canada is the variety of experiences you get across many different subject areas. Throughout my internship, I have been lucky enough to assist with everything from shoreline assessments, to fish habitat restoration projects, and everything in between. After such a whirlwind of a past 6 months, where every day the staff at Watersheds Canada are looking ahead to what can be done next ... Read More

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A watershed moment: When perfect strangers connect on the values of conservation

December 4, 2023 By Watersheds Leave a Comment

by Robert Pye, Executive Director “Any luck?” The question was clear but a visual on whomever asked it was not. In mid-retrieve, my spinner bait lost momentum when I paused to reply in the direction of the inquiry. I knew it came from the cottage that was set back from a vegetated shoreland and in the early morning shade. “Only little ones so far,” I said, keeping my vibe elusive yet positive. On the water, that’s my signature response to help protect my fishing pride, and my fishing ... Read More

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