Phase 1: Characterization Report

Executive SummaryThis link opens in a new window

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Section 1 - Watershed Planning and Policy FrameworkThis link opens in a new window

This chapter summarizes human settlement in the Bear Brook Watershed and includes results from an archaeological screening. It also includes a summary of the Watershed Planning process in Ontario.

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Section 2 - Physical Setting: Geology, Soils, and LandscapeThis link opens in a new window

This chapter describes the geological events that shaped the Bear Brook Watershed, leading to current land cover (2024) results.

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Section 3 - Water ResourcesThis link opens in a new window

Surface water and groundwater resources of the Bear Brook Watershed are described, and a Water Budget is presented.  

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Section 4 - Natural HazardsThis link opens in a new window

Flood and erosion hazards are detailed, including the regulated hazard limits. 

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Section 5 – Fluvial GeomorphologyThis link opens in a new window

This chapter provides a summary of channel morphology conditions and trends.

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Section 6 – Water Quality and Stream Health This link opens in a new window

The water quality of the Bear Brook Watershed is described using water chemistry, water temperature, DNA sampling of benthic invertebrates, and traditional benthic invertebrate assessments. 

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Section 7 – Natural Heritage SystemsThis link opens in a new window

The natural heritage system is presented and the ecological health of the Bear Brook Watershed is assessed.

 

Phase 2 Scenario Planning and Risk Assessment (2024-2026):

Coming soon

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Phase 3 Implementation Planning – Bear Brook Watershed Plan (2025 – 2027):

Coming soon