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RRCA Watershed Conditions: Water Safety Statement

The Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) is issuing a Water Safety Statement for the RRCA jurisdiction.
The current short-term weather forecast indicates that a low-pressure system will bring widespread rain across southern Ontario this weekend. At this point, there is still uncertainty regarding rainfall amounts, however, total rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 mm with higher amounts possible are forecasted.

The forecasted rainfall is expected to rapidly increase water levels and flows in...

Notice of Commencement: Municipal Class Environmental Assessment for Drinking Water System

The Township of South Stormont (Township) has and is experiencing significant growth in the communities of Long Sault and Ingleside. Moreover, the Township Official Plan allows for additional development within these areas that would exceed the capacity of the existing Long Sault/Ingleside Regional Water Treatment Plant (WTP) located on Moulinette Island in Long Sault.

The Regional Water Treatment Plant was commissioned in 2005 with a 20-year design maximum day design capacity of 8,575 m3 per...

Half-Load Restrictions Begin

It’s still the middle of February, but thanks to some unseasonably mild conditions SDG Counties will begin its half-load season just a bit early.

Half-load season in our region will come into effect on Wednesday, Feb. 21 – a full three weeks ahead of schedule.

The reason is pretty evident when one checks the recent temperatures that we’ve experienced in our region. Despite some recent snow, this winter has been pretty accomodating thus far.

SDG Counties and its partners among local municipalities...

Watershed Conditions: Water Safety Statement from Raisin Region Conservation Authority

The Raisin Region Conservation Authority (RRCA) is issuing a Water Safety Statement for the RRCA jurisdiction.

The current short-term weather forecast indicates that temperatures will be above zero degrees Celsius today, and daytime highs will remain above zero through to Monday, February 12. Over the same period, approximately 10+ mm of precipitation is likely, much of which is expected to fall as rain. The expected snowmelt and rainfall will increase water levels and flows over the coming days...

Trans-Northern Pipeline Upcoming Integrity Digs

Trans-Northern Pipeline (TNPI) will be commencing integrity digs and maintenance on privately owned properties beginning the week of January 22, 2024. As part of TNPI'S regular inspection and maintenance program, they will be conducting integrity digs to inspect the pipeline and, if required, make necessary repairs. Integrity digs ensure the continued safe operation of the pipeline protecting the public and the environment. 

Affected landowners in the area have been directly notified by TNPI and...