Working Around Water

 

 

Links

Government Agencies

Conservation Authorities

Local watershed management agencies.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada

The federal agency responsible for the management and protection of inland fisheries.

Minsitry of the Environment -Lake Partner Program

A province-wide, volunteer-based, water-quality monitoring program.

Parks Canada/Trent Severn Waterway

Parks Canada is the federal agency that has jurisdiction over the beds (below the high water mark) of lakes that make up the Trent Severn Waterway.

Stewardship Councils

The Ministry of Natural Resources Ontario Stewardship program is a community-based initiative that brings together landowners, associations, resource agencies and individuals who share an interest in responsible land care and sustainable resource use.

Transport Canada

Transport Canada promotes efficient marine transportation and safe, secure and sustainable marine practices; oversees marine infrastructure and helps protect the marine environment.

 

Community Organzations

Coalition for Equitable Water Flow

The Coalition is seeking the implementation of an equitable water management policy for the Trent Severn Waterway that accords equal consideration in the entire Trent River Watershed.

Coalition of Haliburton Property Owners' Association

From a foundation of shared values, the Coalition of Haliburton Property Owner’s Associations will support and strengthen member associations by sharing resources of common interest and advocating on common issues.

Federation of Ontario Cottagers' Associations

FOCA is an incorporated non-profit organization serving as an information centre, providing assistance and leadership to Ontario's cottage associations and to our individual members.

Gamiing Nature Centre

Gamiing works with individuals, community groups to further understanding of and participation in practices that balance human needs with the needs of wildlife and natural lake ecosystems.

Kawartha Lake Stewards Association

The Kawartha Lake Stewards Association is a nonprofit volunteer organization of cottagers and year-round residents monitoring the water quality of the Kawartha Lakes.

Peterborough Green-Up

Peterborough Green-Up provides education, services, resources and support to enable citizens to take up environmentally healthy lifestyle habits.

Scugog Lake Stewards

The Scugog Lake Stewards' mandate is to protect and enhance the health of Lake Scugog through the promotion of sound environmental management practices and community stewardship.

 

Native Plant Nurseries

Ecology Park

Peterborough, ON

Gamiing Nature Centre

Lindsay, ON

Grow Wild

Claremont, ON

Gryphon Blooms

Bancroft, ON

 

Septic Systems

EcoEthic Septic Friendly Products

Many of EcoEthic's products are certified by Environment Canada's Ecologo program and recommended by industry professionals.  EcoEthic also has the only third party certified septic system additive that enhances the effectiveness of the bacteria that are the workhorse of your septic tank. 

Ontario Association of Sewage Industry Services

Find responsible septic haulers in your area here. The industry association for businesses installing on-site sewage systems, portable toilet rentals, liquid waste handling, transportation and waste treatment, promoting health and safety and environmental responsibility. 

Ontario On-site Wastewater Association

Find inspectors, designers, installers and service providers here.  Dedicated to providing access to a large network of On-site Wastewater Professionals throughout Ontario.

 

Wells

Well Aware Program

Provides one-on-one, self guided assesments of private wells with a trained and qualified advisor.

Well Wise Resource Centre

Provides support to private well owners across Ontario and professionals who work with them.

 

Invasive Species

Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters: Invading Species Program

 

Species at Risk

Ministry of Natural Resources: Species at Risk Stewardship Program

Trent Severn Waterway- Waterway Wildlife

 

Lake Planning

French Planning Services Inc.

French Planning Services Inc is a consulting firm that specializes in facilitation and resource management planning.

Living Lake Plans

A web-based tool that enables the creation of a living lake management plan document using a template structure.