South Nation

March 3, 2014 – Ontario’s 36 Conservation Authorities - who deliver a wide variety of conservation programs in local watersheds - commend the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) for its work in developing Canada’s first standalone proposed Invasive Species Act which is designed to address the urgent and growing problem of invasive species in Ontario.

The proposed Invasive Species Act would support the prevention, early detection, rapid response, and eradication of invasive species.

SOUTH NATION WATERSHED – South Nation Conservation (SNC) is ending the Watershed Conditions Statement: Flood Outlook issued on February 19, 2014.

Last week we have experienced some localized snow melt and water ponding in low areas but no major flooding has been reported. The snow cover has decreased throughout the watershed.    Environment Canada forecasted below freezing temperature for the current and next week.  The watercourses are expected to be back in normal winter condition. 

February 24, 2014 – Representatives from the Raisin and South Nation Watersheds have worked collaboratively for the past six years to develop a Plan to protect Municipal drinking water. The Source Protection Plan contains a number of policies that ensure certain activities are managed to keep drinking water safe.

February 19, 2014 – South Nation Conservation cautions that watercourses are expected to rise over the week due to above-freezing temperatures and rainfall.

Environment Canada forecasts above-freezing temperatures of 1-7 OC from Wednesday to Saturday and approximately 15 mm rain for this week. The forecasted weather will cause snow to melt and runoff to watercourses, which will increase river levels and flows throughout the South Nation watershed.  Ice covering larger water courses may become unstable due to increased water levels.

SNC is encouraging families to enjoy the outdoors this weekend. Ontario residents can fish without purchasing a licence February 15-17, 2014.

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February 13, 2014 – Be prepared to be impressed by South Nation Conservation’s new public Geoportal, launched for all to see Feb. 13.

Like all other South Nation information and connection services, the Geoportal - a Geographic Information System (GIS) web mapping application – will be accessible at www.nation.on.ca.

Febrary 3, 2014 – Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry Certified Forest Owners are contributing $5,000 towards expanding the Woodlot Advisory Service (WAS) across the 4,200 square-km South Nation Conservation watershed.

The announcement was made today on the property of George Velema at Avonmore. A former Domtar Cornwall executive, Velema is a long-time supporter of reforestation in the watershed.

In addition to Velema, a board member of the tri-county CFO, the event was officiated by the group’s president Elaine Kennedy, and by Bill Smirle, chairman of SNC.

January 24, 2014 – Upkeep of dams, weirs, built channels and erosion prevention structures within its drainage basin is one of the ongoing priorities of South Nation Conservation.

“It’s in part basic housekeeping,” said Sandra Mancini, SNC Team Lead, Water Resources. “But proper maintenance and repair is essential to avoid long-term damage to erosion and flooding. As dams age, risk can increase.”

SNC staff attended the Russell Horticultural Society’s Living Locally Fair, on January 18, 2014.

The annual event, held at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic High School, offers residents an opportunity to sample, buy, and take in spectacular spoils from the Village of Russell and surrounding area. About 130 exhibitors, including local artists, authors, craft and clothing vendors, food producers, and community organizations, lined the gym with delectable, homegrown, and homemade items and information.

January 17, 2014 - SOUTH NATION WATERSHED - South Nation Conservation (SNC) is ending the Watershed Conditions Statement: Flood Outlook issued on January 10, 2014.

Over the past week we have experienced some localized snow melt and water ponding in low areas but no major flooding has been reported. The snow cover has reduced by approximately 20 cm throughout the watershed.    Environment Canada forecasted below freezing temperature for the next week.  The watercourses are expected to be back in normal winter condition.