MWC Article Series

“First Steps on the Path to IWM” is MWC’s latest article series
published on MuskokaRegion.com and on our blog.

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!

Together, we can protect the future of Muskoka's watersheds

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

What’s Wrong with the Current Management of Our Watershed?

Too Many Managers and No Common Plan. By Patricia Arney. The Muskoka River Watershed stretches from its headwaters within Algonquin Park to its outlet to Georgian Bay. This watershed needs holistic governance that stretches across municipal boundaries and across environmental issues – land-use planning, water quality, climate change. Current governance…

Explore Your Watershed