SNC Welcomes Summer Students to Support Environmental Initiatives
Submitted by E Thorne on Mon, 02/06/2025 - 2:09pmSouth Nation Conservation (SNC) is proud to welcome seven post-secondary students and recent graduates to its team this summer, thanks to continued support from Federal and Provincial funding programs.
“We’re proud to welcome our summer students again this year. This group of talented students will get hands-on experience in their fields of study,” says John Mesman, SNC’s Managing Director. “Every summer, we’re inspired by the energy and passion local youth bring to our conservation work.”
Water Safety Statement - Ottawa River
Submitted by E Thorne on Fri, 16/05/2025 - 9:48amThis WATER SAFETY STATEMENT is an update to the Flood Watch statement issued May 9, 2025, for areas along the Lower Ottawa River (Arnprior to Hawkesbury).
Water levels remain elevated along the mainstem of the Ottawa River due to recent snow melt and rainfall events. The northern part of the basin is now snow free and water levels are expected to continue to slowly decrease over the coming weeks. The river will remain sensitive to widespread rainfall events.
Here Comes the Sun! SNC’s Seasonal Parks and Boat Launches Reopen for Summer
Submitted by E Thorne on Thu, 15/05/2025 - 2:44pmAs summer approaches, South Nation Conservation (SNC) is excited to welcome visitors back to its seasonal Conservation Areas across
Eastern Ontario.
With the return of warmer weather and green landscapes, all SNC parks and boat ramps are now officially open for public use.
In preparation for the May Long Weekend, docks are now installed and gates opened at the following boat launch locations:
Update: FLOOD WATCH - Lower Ottawa River
Submitted by E Thorne on Fri, 09/05/2025 - 9:40amThis FLOOD WATCH is an update to the Flood Warning statement issued May 5, 2025, for areas along the Lower Ottawa River (Arnprior to Hawkesbury).
Water levels and flows along the Ottawa River have stabilized, with only small amounts of snow remaining in the northern part of the basin. Water levels are expected to remain elevated over the coming weeks, and the river will remain sensitive to widespread rainfall events.
FLOOD WARNING - Lower Ottawa River - Update #1
Submitted by E Thorne on Mon, 05/05/2025 - 4:05pmThis FLOOD WARNING is an update to the Flood Warning statement issued May 1, 2025, for areas along the Lower Ottawa River (Arnprior to Hawkesbury).
Water levels and flows have been steadily rising along the Ottawa River due to seasonal rainfall combined with ongoing snowmelt in the northern basin. Flows and water levels are expected to stabilize over the coming days.
FLOOD WARNING - Lower Ottawa River
Submitted by E Thorne on Thu, 01/05/2025 - 4:49pmThis FLOOD WARNING upgrades the Flood Watch issued April 25, 2025, for areas along the Lower Ottawa River (Arnprior to Hawkesbury).
Water levels and flows have been steadily rising along the Ottawa River due to recent rainfall combined with ongoing snowmelt in the northern basin. Additional increases are expected over the coming days, with further rain and meltwater forecast.
Update #3: Flood Watch - Lower Ottawa River
Submitted by E Thorne on Mon, 28/04/2025 - 6:40pmThis FLOOD WATCH statement is an update to the Flood Watch Statement issued for areas along the Lower Ottawa River (Arnprior to Hawkesbury) on April 25th, 2025.
Update #2: Flood Watch - Lower Ottawa River
Submitted by E Thorne on Fri, 25/04/2025 - 7:10pmThis FLOOD WATCH statement is an update to the Flood Watch Statement issued for areas along the Lower Ottawa River (Arnprior to Hawkesbury) on April 25th, 2025.
Update #1: Flood Watch - Lower Ottawa River
Submitted by E Thorne on Fri, 25/04/2025 - 9:33amApril 25, 2025 — This FLOOD WATCH statement is an update to the Flood Watch Statement issued for areas along the Lower Ottawa River (Arnprior to Hawkesbury) on April 23rd, 2025.
The Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board (ORRPB) warns that weather events, in particular events bringing increased temperatures and heavy rainfall, may lead to levels and flows exceeding minor flood levels in some locations along the Lower Ottawa River.