Watershed Health

Government’s Low Reduction Targets for the Widely Used Antimicrobial Substance Triclosan Continue to Disappoint Environmentalists: Lacks protection for Canadian Lakes, Rivers, and Human Health

Read our recap of the Gathering of the Ottawa River Watershed Network on Nov 30.

Québec has a new Water Strategy to guide its actions as it protects and promotes rivers, lakes and other aquatic environments. We will continue to work with stakeholders on both sides of the Ottawa River to ensure the health and sustainable development of this wonderful resource we share.

The Watershed Health Committee met on March 16 in Gatineau to identify which indicators will best tell the story of the Ottawa River’s state of health. Read about this complex but vital work done by amazing volunteer experts.