The 2023 Muskoka Watershed Report Card is here!

Integrated Watershed Management

MWC has pulled together a number of resources on IWM, including publications, articles, presentations, papers and more!

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What is the mission of the Muskoka Watershed Council?

Evaluate

Develop and implement science-based programs to research, assess, monitor, and evaluate environmental health.

Advise

Encourage sound watershed management practices and policies based on evidence.

Communicate & Educate

Develop and deliver public information and education programs that promote sustainable lifestyle choices and an understanding of the impact of human actions on the watersheds.

Promote & Demonstrate

Identify best practices that support a sustainable environment and a healthy community structure with a thriving economy.

Watershed council mission

New from our blog

Photo of people in a wetland taking the OWES course.

Valuable wetlands in Muskoka deserve our care

Climate change is likely to be hard on wetlands, so we need to be vigilant in conserving and protecting them. By Jan McDonnell. Wetlands can bring the joy of adventure and discovery for those willing to explore them. Photo by Jan McDonnell. Humans certainly have a love-hate relationship with wetlands.…

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