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Conserving resources today for a better tomorrow

RVCA protects the health of the Rideau Valley watershed and the people who live here through on-the-ground environmental monitoring, restoration, stewardship, land management, education, development review, and flood forecasting and warning.
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Greening Your Property

Improve your property without breaking the bank – or your back! Explore our many stewardship resources to learn how you can make a difference at home right now. MORE

Septic Permits and Inspections

Septic Permits and Inspections

Learn how to apply for your new or replacement septic system, septic renovation or septic inspection. MORE

Water Quality

Water Quality

Find historic water quality data for your favourite Rideau Valley lake, river or stream, and explore trends at the catchment and subwatershed level. MORE

Try Forest School!

Confidence; Leadership; Curiosity; Wonder: just a few of the traits your kids will bring home from Forest School at Foley Mountain and Baxter conservation areas! MORE

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