Weather Forecast:
Meteorological forecasts indicate that two low pressure systems will be combining to produce significant rainfall of 40 to 50 mm throughout the Ottawa River watershed beginning on Thursday, April 18, 2019.
Environmental Conditions:
The current snowpack throughout much of the Ottawa River basin remains at twice its normal depth for this time of the year.
With the last bit of snow cover melting away, a winter’s worth of garbage accumulation is starting to reveal itself.
South Nation Conservation (SNC) and the Geocachers of Eastern Ontario are inviting residents to participate in the 10th annual Cache-In, Trash-Out (SNCITO) spring community clean-up and Geocaching event in Greely on Saturday, April 27, 2019.
This year’s SNCITO clean-up will focus on pre-selected sites at nearby parks, trails and other public spaces in the Greely community; including Andy Shields Park.
This statement is an update to the Flood Outlook statement issued on March 26, 2019.
Weather Forecast:
Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting a freeze-thaw cycle and high temperatures of 2 to 10 °C until April 12, 2019. Total rainfall amounts of 10 to 20 mm are also expected today and tomorrow. There is potential for additional significant rainfall at the end of this week.
South Nation Conservation (SNC) has published its 2018 Annual Report, available online and at the Conservation Authority’s head office in Finch.
Released annually in English and French, this summary document showcases SNC’s programs, services and accomplishments from the preceding year.
The Annual Report also provides local residents and partners from across SNC’s 4,384 square-kilometer jurisdiction in Eastern Ontario with updates on: community projects, tree planting statistics, SNC’s 14 day-use Conservation Areas, and forestry and
stewardship initiatives.
One of the sweetest educational opportunities you’ll ever experience has settled into its new home: South Nation Conservation’s (SNC) flagship Maple Syrup Education Program has relaunched for its 18th season, now at the Oschmann Forest in Ormond, North Dundas.
Donated to SNC in 2017 by the Oschmann Family in memory of Gertrude Oschmann, the 18-acre forest boasts a diverse woodlot that was actively managed for maple syrup production for 50 years until the early 2000’s.
This statement is an update to the Flood Outlook statement issued on March 15, 2019.
Weather Forecast:
Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting a freeze-thaw cycle starting on March 27. High temperatures of 5 to 10 °C are expected for the rest of this week, with possible rainfall amounts of 25 to 30 mm Friday and Saturday.
March 22, 2019
Members appointed by South Nation Conservation’s (SNC) 16-member municipalities were confirmed at the Authority’s Annual General Meeting on Thursday, March 21, 2019.
Bill Smirle, representing Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry, was elected the new Chair. George Darouze, Councillor for the City of Ottawa’s Osgoode Ward, was elected Vice-Chair and Doug Thompson was confirmed as Past Chair.
Are you planning on completing a development project this spring or summer within the watershed near a river, stream, floodplain, wetland, slope, or shoreline?
If so, South Nation Conservation (SNC) reminds residents from across its 4,384 square-kilometer jurisdiction in Eastern Ontario to contact its Property and Approvals Teams for more information before proceeding.
This statement is an update to the Flood Outlook statement issued March 8, 2019
Weather Forecast:
Environment and Climate Change Canada forecasts above-freezing temperatures next week. The current short-term forecast indicates minimal amounts of precipitation.
Weather Forecast:
Environment and Climate Change Canada is forecasting above-freezing temperatures starting Sunday, March 10th, 2019. Current short-term forecast indicates minimal amounts of precipitation.
Environmental Conditions:
The South Nation Conservation (SNC) jurisdiction has received an above average amount of snowfall this winter. Snowpack and ice thickness across the watershed are also above average, while water levels are slightly below normal for this time of the year.
