Watershed Resiliency Program
Partnering with landowners to build resiliency to flood and drought.
About the Program
With support from the provincial Watershed Restoration and Resiliency grant program and our municipal partners, the LSWC has been working with landowners support and fund on the ground projects that build watershed resiliency, promote knowledge exchange and collaborations since 2016. Â
Agricultural producers, acreage owners, and lakeshore property owners are eligible for funding to implement activities that build watershed resiliency to flood and drought. This can include things like:
- Riparian or wetland fencing and off stream watering systems
- Riparian restoration using native species
- Bio engineering to reduce erosion and build bank stability
- Improved stream crossings that reduce sediment transport and protect water quality
- Shoreline naturalization efforts
The partnership process involves:
- Reaching out to the LSWC to talk about your ideas and ensuring alignment with the program
- Creating a project plan, map and budget
- Entering into a project agreement with the LSWC and implementing your project
- Post project monitoring and on going support.
Funding is available now for 2026 projects in
Big Lakes County and the MD of Lesser Slave River
LSWC staff can also provide:
- Resources on a variety of topics
- Support to access other funding opportunities like the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership program or Big Lakes County ALUS
- Information about, or support for completing an Environmental Farm Plan
Contact the LSWC to get started
Program Achievements
Additional Resources
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Agricultural Producers Resources
Some Beneficial Management Practices and Resources for Agricultural Producers
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Lakeshore Owners Resources
Some Beneficial Management Practices and Resources for Lakeshore Owners
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Watershed Resiliency and Restoration Program
A funding program for projects that will increase watersheds ability to mitigate harsh weather conditions like drought and flood events. The LSWC has grant funding available for projects that meet the specific goals of the program.
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Canadian Agricultural Partnership Funding
Funding to help producers make improvements to their operations. The LSWC can help producers with preparing, applying for, and implementing funding projects.
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Riparian Area Web Portal
Access to condition assessments, summary statistics for waterbodies, and resources for conservation and restoration.
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The Green Acreages Guide: Primer
An introduction to acreage living and realities of living in rural communities. For a hardcopy, stop by the LSWC office.