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Community Celebrates the St. Lawrence River at the “It’s All About the River” Festival

Submitted by E Thorne on Thu, 17/07/2025 - 1:17pm

South Nation Conservation (SNC) was proud to take part in the It’s All About the River Festival, held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, along the beautiful Morrisburg Waterfront. Hot, sunny summer weather, brought together over 35 exhibitors and hundreds of visitors to celebrate the cultural, environmental, and recreational importance of the St. Lawrence River.

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SNC Welcomes Summer Students to Support Environmental Initiatives

Submitted by E Thorne on Mon, 02/06/2025 - 2:09pm

South 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.”

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Water Safety Statement - Ottawa River

Submitted by E Thorne on Fri, 16/05/2025 - 9:48am

This 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.

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Here Comes the Sun! SNC’s Seasonal Parks and Boat Launches Reopen for Summer

Submitted by E Thorne on Thu, 15/05/2025 - 2:44pm

As 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:

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Update: FLOOD WATCH - Lower Ottawa River

Submitted by E Thorne on Fri, 09/05/2025 - 9:40am

This 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.

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FLOOD WARNING - Lower Ottawa River - Update #1

Submitted by E Thorne on Mon, 05/05/2025 - 4:05pm

This 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.

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FLOOD WARNING - Lower Ottawa River

Submitted by E Thorne on Thu, 01/05/2025 - 4:49pm

This 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.

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Update #1: Flood Watch - Lower Ottawa River

Submitted by E Thorne on Fri, 25/04/2025 - 9:33am

April 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.

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