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SNC plans species-at-risk habitat restoration

South Nation Conservation (SNC) will be undertaking grassland restoration work this fall intended to promote the recovery of the Bobolink and Eastern Meadowlark in Eastern Ontario, two birds that are Species at Risk.

“The benefit is two-fold,” said SNC Biologist Michelle Cavanagh. “Not only do the two at-risk birds acquire another 86 acres of nesting habitat, but the work also increases the amount of rare grassland in the area for the benefit of other species.”

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Subsidies available for Municipalities to plant trees and shrubs on municipal land

South Nation Conservation (SNC) is pleased to work with partners and member Municipalities to plant trees on municipal land.

With the support of Ontario Power Generation (OPG), 15 caliper size trees and 12 shrubs will be planted in the Township of Edwardsburgh Cardinal. Volunteers from Ingredion Canada Incorporated will be joining staff to help with the planting.

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Come visit SNC at the 2015 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo

As proud Friends of the Match, South Nation Conservation (SNC) is pleased to participate in the 2015 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo (IPM) taking place September 22-26 on Concession 3-4 Road in Finch.

“We are thrilled to be part of such a large agricultural event that will bring thousands of visitors to Eastern Ontario, showcasing the best that this area has to offer,” said Natasha Machado, Communications Specialist.

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Floating wetland a green alternative for storm water treatment ponds

Installed last year, the floating wetland is now well established and continues to show signs of progress in controlling algae growth in a La Nation’s storm water treatment pond at Limoges.

Floating wetlands have been installed in the pond that mimic nature in delivering similar water quality improvements, explained Jason Symington, SNC Environmental Technologist.

“Floating wetlands provide a highly efficient, natural way to improve water quality and buffer habitats against surges in nutrients and pollution, but these changes take time” Symington said.

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SNC welcomes Quebec farmers for water enhancement briefings

South Nation Conservation (SNC) extended its knowledge transfer role recently by welcoming a group of Quebec farmers interested in cover crops, controlled tile drainage and SNC’s flagship Clean Water Program (CWP).

The visit Aug. 21 was a follow-up to one made last March to Lachute, Que., by SNC vice-chair Francois St. Amour,  Josee Brizard, Team Lead Forest Resources, and CWP representative Andre Pommainville to provide information on South Nation programs and approaches.

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Lafleche praised for environmental leadership

One of South Nation Conservation’s most consistent and enthusiastic partners has been recognized for a decade of caring about the natural environment.

The acknowledgement of Lafleche Environmental Inc. of Moose Creek as a “Friend of South Nation Conservation” came Aug. 20 during a regular meeting of the SNC Board of Directors.

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SNC summer program employs sixteen summer students

South Nation Conservation (SNC) is pleased to recruit 16 talented summer students, through the summer program.

“We’re proud to be in the position of giving talented students jobs,” said SNC General Manger Dennis O’Grady, noting that for some, SNC becomes “their first employer after graduation.”

From working in the field conducting surveys with forestry and fisheries staff to working in an office setting or delivering education programs, students have the opportunity to gain experience in more than one department over the course of the summer.

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Register for SNC/ Live and Learn annual golf tournament

For the second year in a row, South Nation Conservation (SNC) and the Live and Learn Resource Centre are co-hosting a golf tournament at Metcalfe Golf Club on August 12th.

Tee-off is at 1:15 p.m.; cost is $100 per golfer for 18 holes, including power cart and dinner.

SNC is partnering with the Metcalfe Live and Learn Resource Centre that provides playgroups and other services to young families living in rural south Ottawa. The partners will share net profits from the tournament. 

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New accessible dock at Jessup’s Falls Conservation Area

South Nation Conservation (SNC) has introduced a new dock to its day-use Conservation Areas infrastructure which provides greater accessibility to those with mobility issues as well as safer access for all users.

The aluminum dock was officially opened July 17 at Jessup’s Falls Conservation Area on the south side of Highway 17 west of Plantagenet.

The dock features low angle entry, wide ramp and railings, toe guard, high floatation tanks for greater stability, and greater surface area to address general increased use at the Jessup’s Falls location.

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SNC continues work on floodplain mapping partnership

South Nation Conservation (SNC) staff is active this summer surveying private and public property as part of flood plain mapping in rural areas of the City of Ottawa.

In Phase 3 of the program, the following streams are currently being surveyed: Greys Creek from Manotick Station Road to Snake Island Road, Cassidy and McCooeye drains from Pana Road to the Castor River, and Devine and Marshall Seguin municipal drains.

The work is all part of a five-year partnership with the city and also includes Mississippi Valley and Rideau Valley Conservation Authorities.

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