WATER

Water is essential to human health, important in economic development and vital to all living things. Water links all components of the environment and is a major force in shaping the landscape. We operate on a watershed basis because it treats natural systems as an entire unit.

SERVICES

Our integrated approach to resource management leads to a wide range of programs and projects, which are aimed at keeping our watersheds healthy. We improve quality of life by actively providing open space and protecting life and property from flooding and erosion, as well as restoring and conserving aquatic and natural habitats.

In addition to serving our watershed residents, we also provide advice and counsel to all levels of government on the responsible management of water.

OBJECTIVES

Ensure that Ontario's rivers, lakes and streams are properly safeguarded, managed and restored

Protect, manage and restore Ontario's woodlands, wetlands and natural habitats

Develop and maintain programs that will protect life and property from natural hazards, such as flooding and erosion

Provide opportunities for the public to learn from, to enjoy and respect Ontario's natural environment

Lakehead Region Conservation Authority
P.O. Box 10427; 130 Conservation Rd.
Thunder Bay, ON  P7B 6T8 (Canada)
Telephone:(807) 344-5857  Fax:(807) 345-9156