South Nation

South Nation Conservation (SNC) is delivering a new program on behalf of Grasslands Ontario, in partnership with ALUS Ontario East; an innovative community-developed and farmer-delivered program that produces, enhances, and maintains ecosystem services on agricultural lands operating within the Raisin Region and South Nation Conservation Authorities’ watersheds in Eastern Ontario. 

Protecting people and property in the watershed from the effects of flooding, landslides and drought is top of mind for South Nation Conservation (SNC) when it monitors water quality and quantity throughout its jurisdiction in Eastern Ontario. 

Environmental monitoring and reporting support on-the-ground restoration projects and landowner stewardship, conservation lands management and education, development review and flood forecasting and warning programs. 

As the seasonal torch is passed from autumn to winter, the impending snowy weather is an opportunity to explore select Conservation Areas across South Nation Conservation’s (SNC) 4,441 km² watershed jurisdiction that remain open for year-round enjoyment.

Traditionally SNC would close seasonal parks following the Thanksgiving weekend but opted to extend access into November to accommodate the continued increased use and great weather.

South Nation Conservation (SNC) wrapped up an online Wood Auction that raised nearly $3,000 to support tree planting initiatives across its 4,441 km² jurisdiction in Eastern Ontario.

“Thanks to the support from the online auction, we are well on our way to surpassing last year’s record-breaking tree planting number of 230,000 trees planted,” said John Mesman, SNC’s Community Lands and Outreach Lead.

On November 2nd, 2021, South Nation Conservation’s (SNC) Water Response Team voted to terminate the Level 1 Low Water Advisory across the South Nation River Watershed.  

With more than 100 signs installed along roadways throughout the Raisin-South Nation Drinking Water Source Protection Region in Eastern Ontario, chances are you’ve noticed the “Drinking Water Protection Zone” signs in your community. But, do you know what they mean? 

If you’re still looking to complete a community environmental project, outdoor recreational event or fall tree planting, it’s not too late and South Nation Conservation (SNC) is here to help!

Weather Forecast:

Rainfall amounts are forecasted to reach up to 60 mm by early Sunday morning.

Environmental Conditions:

The South Nation River Watershed is currently in a Level 1 Low Water Condition; however, river flows are expected to increase quickly due to expected rainfall.

Risks:

Rainfall is likely to produce higher water levels and possible nuisance flooding in low-lying areas across the jurisdiction.

ACTION:

As part of its mandate to protect people and property from flooding and other natural hazards, South Nation Conservation (SNC) is updating hazard mapping for its jurisdiction along the Ottawa River and the Bear Brook catchment area within the City of Ottawa.

Natural hazard maps are used by municipalities and SNC when updating official plans and zoning schedules, and in reviewing development applications to protect people and property from flooding, landslides, and erosion, and to guide safe and sustainable development.

South Nation Conservation (SNC) is once again hosting an online fundraising auction this fall to support spring tree planting initiatives across its 4,441 km² jurisdiction in Eastern Ontario. 

Building on the success of last year’s “Art for Trees” auction which raised $6,500 for the Authority's 2021 planting season, “South Nation Wood Creations” will feature dozens of wood ware products such as furniture, displays, art, signs, and charcuterie boards, hand-crafted by talented artisans from across the region.