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View ArticleGroundbreaking report highlights environmental concerns, shifts across Rideau...
RIDEAU VALLEY, February 5, 2024 – A new detailed analysis from the Rideau Valley Conservation Authority (RVCA) has found many parts of the Rideau River Watershed are changing fast – and not always with...
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The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority is the lead intermunicipal agency working to address water-related environmental issues and concerns within the Rideau Valley watershed. Thanks to our many...
View ArticleWarm Temperatures to Cause Increased Water Levels Across Rideau Valley Watershed
(WCS – R02/2024) February 9, 2024 – Caution is advised as above normal temperatures are forecasted for the Rideau Valley Watershed this weekend. Environment Canada’s short-term weather forecast...
View ArticleWarm temperatures and rain to cause early melt across Rideau Valley Watershed
(WCS – R03/2024)February 26, 2024 – Unseasonably warm temperatures combined with significant rainfall is expected to trigger a widespread melt across the Rideau Valley Watershed this week. Temperatures...
View ArticleSignificant Rain Expected to Increase Water Levels Throughout the Rideau Valley
(WCS – R04/2024)March 8, 2024 – The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority is issuing a WATER SAFETY message for the entire Rideau Valley Watershed. A low pressure system is expected to bring widespread...
View ArticleWater Conditions Statement: Water Safety — Lower Ottawa River | Déclaration...
Water Conditions Statement: Water Safety — Lower Ottawa River March 18, 2024 — A Water Safety Statement is being issued for areas along the Lower Ottawa River (Arnprior to Hawkesbury). This winter has...
View ArticleSuitable Land for RVCA Tree Planting Program
For most properties, we require a minimum of 0.5 hectares (1.25 acres) in total area to be planted. For reference, 1 acre is approximately the size of 2.5 hockey rinks. Areas that are Suitable Old...
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