Welcome to the Watersheds Canada Resource Library!
Here you will find a comprehensive collection of free educational resources dedicated to helping rural shoreline property owners, families, municipalities, lake groups, and educators protect their lakes and restore natural habitat. Explore guides, best practices, case studies, lesson plans, and tools to become a freshwater protector. All resources are freely shareable so please include them in a newsletter, on social media, or printed for a community booth!
Funding support thanks to Peterborough K.M. Hunter Charitable Foundation, and S.M. Blair Family Foundation.
History of Cyanobacteria (Blue-Green Algae) in Canadian Waters
Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, have a long history in Canadian waters, dating back approximately 2.7 billion years. These …
Let Us Prioritize Freshwater this Ontario Election Season!
This blog post was written prior to the 2022 Ontario provincial election. It emphasizes the importance of this particular election …
Maintaining your Septic System
Maintaining a septic system is crucial to prevent costly repairs and environmental damage. Improperly treated wastewater can contaminate groundwater and …
Overview of Canadian policies for the protection of Ontarios freshwater ecosystems
The document provides an overview of Canadian policies for the protection of Ontario's freshwater ecosystems. It discusses the Canadian Environmental …
Resilient Shorelands Infographic
The Shoreline is the edge where the land and water meet. The mix of plants, shrubs, and trees form an …
Septic System Starter
Installing and maintaining a septic system is crucial to prevent devastating consequences for freshwater ecosystems. This blog post provides tips …
Sustainable Waterfront Planning Through Reconciliation with Kerry Ann Charles and Abraham Francis
This document provides information on sustainable waterfront planning through reconciliation. It highlights various resources and initiatives. The document is a …
The Consequences of Cyanobacteria on Freshwater Ecosystems
Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, are having a significant impact on freshwater ecosystems in Canada due to their rapid …
The Future of Our Shores Report
The document is a survey conducted by the Daniel & Susan Gottlieb Foundation to understand the attitudes and practices of …