Shuswap Watershed Council
NEWS2017 Shuswap Water Quality Summary ReportThe Shuswap Watershed Council has released a summary report covering the results of recent water quality monitoring in our watershed. It includes information about the large lakes and rivers, swimming beaches, and more. Tips for Safe Recreation
Here are 7 tips for having fun and staying safe, in quick-to-download format. Keep it handy on your phone. And check out our Safe Recreation page for an updated map on where to find child lifejacket loaner stations.
Shuswap Watershed Council in BriefThe Shuswap Watershed Council is a collaborative initiative to enhance water quality and safe recreation in the Shuswap for the long term. Participating in this initiative are the Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD), Thompson-Nicola Regional District (TNRD), City of Salmon Arm, District of Sicamous, Secwepemc Nation, BC Ministry of Environment, BC Ministry of Agriculture, Regional District of North Okanagan and members of the public at large. The SWC is implementing its five-year program with financial support from the CSRD, TNRD and City of Salmon Arm. For more information on the SWC, see: For background on SWC's work in 2014-2015, see the SWC archive. The Fraser Basin Council serves as program manager for the Shuswap Watershed Council. You can contact SWC care of FBC's Thompson office: 200A ― 1383 McGill Road |
Prevent Invasive Mussels in the Shuswap
The Shuswap is at risk of being invaded by aquatic invasive mussels. It sounds like a science fiction flick, doesn’t it? It’s not – it’s a very real threat, and we all need to do our part to prevent it. Whether you’re a resident or a visitor to the Shuswap, whether you’re a boater, paddler, or fisher – you have a role to play. Find out how you can help. 2017-2018 Annual Highlights
Check out the new Annual Highlights Report covering the second year of the Shuswap Watershed Council's program implementation. The report wraps up the year's achievements on water quality monitoring and coordination, water quality protection and safe recreation. SWC MEETINGS
The next meeting of the Shuswap Watershed Council is on September 19. SWC meetings are open to the public — see the 2018 Meeting Schedule. You can find agenda packages, meeting highlights and summaries on the meetings page. STAY CURRENT Keep up with SWC news and events. You can follow us on Twitter @ShuswapWater and find us on Facebook.
For a look at the earlier work of the Shuswap Watershed Council, see the SWC archive. REPORTING POLLUTION
Water quality emergencies such as spills, pollution, algae bloom sightings and the suspected presence of invasive zebra and quagga mussels should be reported to the Report All Poachers and Polluters Hotline.
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