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Legal backgrounder Bill C-45 and the Navigable Waters …

WEBPublished by Ecojustice, October 2012 For more information, please visit: ecojustice.ca History of the Navigable Waters Protection Act The NWPA was enacted in 1882. …

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The Lake Partner Program

WEBThe Lake Partner Program (LPP) is Ontario’s volunteer-based, water-quality monitoring program. The Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) …

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Lyme Disease & Ticks

WEBFOCA reminds everyone enjoying the great outdoors to be vigilant daily about ticks. Learn more about Lyme Disease below. Lyme disease is an infection caused by the corkscrew …

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Protecting the water quality of Ontario’s inland lakes: A closer …

WEBPage 2/2 1) Maintain a properly functioning septic system. Have your septic system pumped every 3-5 years to remove the build-up of solids and scum, and take this

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Broad-scale Fisheries Monitoring Program Science and …

WEBMinistry of Natural Resources and Forestry Broad-scale Fisheries Monitoring Program Monitoring the health of Ontario’s inland lakes Recreational fishing is enjoyed annually …

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Ice Safety & Changes

WEBBe aware of ice safety on Ontario's lakes and rivers. FOCA encourages everyone to enjoy the winter weather, safely. Our changing climate is changing ice coverage, which has …

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Lake Planning for Community Groups

WEBFOCA supports waterfront communities who want to make (or update) a local lake plan, as part of FOCA's stewardship goals across Ontario. February, 2024 - NEW PAPER: A lake …

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Nuclear Waste Management

WEBLearn about nuclear waste management implications for rural waterfront community groups. FOCA and other public interest community groups call for a nuclear waste review that is …

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Lake Partner Program

WEBThe Lake Partner Program is a great example of community water monitoring, bringing together community volunteers with a shared interest for lake preservation.FOCA has …

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Lake Partner Program Update

WEBLake Partner Program Update October 1st, 2020 Hello, The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks thanks you for your support of the Lake Partner Program.

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Carbon Monoxide: the Silent Killer

WEBCarbon Monoxide is a colourless, odourless, tasteless gas that is referred to as “the Silent Killer.” If you have a gas, oil, propane or wood-burning heating system or appliance, you …

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Source Water Protection

WEBIn February 2022 the Province of Ontario released Best Practices for source water protection; however, FOCA still has considerable concerns about gaps in rural and …

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Municipal Government, Elections & Budget Setting

WEBMunicipal Governments provide valued public services and are our rural Ontario partners. Municipal services include maintenance of many (but not all) local roads, garbage & …

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Grace Lake Association

WEBConnect with the Grace Lake Association: This webpage is hosted by FOCA, on behalf of our member group. Please connect with them using the links below. NOTE: the top …

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