Rain to Roots by Watersheds Canada and Helping Nature Heal Inc. handout

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Gardening Handout Ottawa Faith Community Capacity Building Program Pollution Resource Water Quality

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Benefits of a Healthy Shoreline and Managing Storm Water and Runoff
Benefits of a Healthy Shoreline and Managing Storm Water and Runoff
Benefits of a Healthy Shoreline and Managing Storm Water and Runoff

Native plants along shorelines act as a buffer to protect waterways. Having a large shoreline buffer helps to protect water quality by reducing pollution as well as stabilizing water levels and water temperature. Healthy shorelines also provide habitat for a wide range of aquatic and terrestrial species. Effective storm water and runoff management is critical to protect freshwater areas.

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Rosmarie Lohnes