Long-term freshwater quality monitoring data for over 10 sites in the Arctic Coast-Islands Basin for the past 15 years or longer for nutrients, metals, major ions, and other physical-chemical variables are included in this dataset. Monitoring is conducted by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and in collaboration with Parks Canada to assess water quality status and long-term trends, detect emerging issues, establish water quality guidelines and track the effectiveness of remedial measures and regulatory decisions.

The Lake Winnipeg Community-Based Monitoring Network (LWCBMN) is a growing network that engages citizen volunteers to collect water samples across Manitoba using scientifically vetted protocols. Samples are then analyzed in a lab to measure phosphorus concentration and calculate the amount of phosphorus begin exported off our landscapes.

While Lake Winnipeg receives its water from a vast watershed, not all areas of the watershed contribute equal amounts of phosphorus. By sampling frequently at many sites, LWCBMN is able to pinpoint phosphorus hotspots – areas that contribute a disproportionate amount of phosphorus to Lake Winnipeg.

Snow melts, floods and heavy rainfall events are responsible for most of the phosphorus that is flushed from the land into our waterways. Special care is taken by network staff and volunteers to ensure phosphorus runoff is captured during these high-water events. And, because these volunteers live, work or commute near their sampling sites, LWCBMN can quickly mobilize citizen scientists to collect samples when it matters most.

The surface water quality monitoring sampling conducted by Eastern Charlotte Waterways with the support of the Environmental Trust Fund in the outer Bay of Fundy Watershed in Southern New Brunswick collected data on surface water quality was designed to compliment data from existing federal DELG surface water quality sampling by conducting additional sampling at existing sites.

Water quality data are collected using tools in the Water Rangers Freshwater Explorer testkit, including portable probes and test strips. Long term trends are tracked and logged on the Water Rangers data platform.

The Stratford Area Watershed Improvement Group-Based Water Monitoring project aims to build community partnerships, identify field sites, and develop and implement sampling protocols for long term, community-based monitoring of the Stratford Area watershed. Water quality data is collected through portable water quality sensors and grab samples sent for laboratory analysis. This information is analyzed with historical data from Stratford Area Watershed to determine water quality status and trends in the watershed.

Long-term freshwater quality monitoring data for sites in the Maritime Coastal basin for the past 15 years or longer for nutrients, metals, major ions, and other physical-chemical variables are included in this dataset. Monitoring is conducted by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and Parks Canada as well as through the Canada-New Brunswick Water Quality Monitoring Agreement, the Canada-PEI Water Annex, and through collaborative work with the province of Nova Scotia to assess water quality status and long-term trends, detect emerging issues, establish water quality guidelines and track the effectiveness of remedial measures and regulatory decisions. Most recent data can be downloaded from the following link: http://data.ec.gc.ca/data/substances/monitor/national-long-term-water-quality-monitoring-data/maritime-coastal-basin-long-term-water-quality-monitoring-data/$3lang=en

Long-term freshwater quality monitoring data for sites in the Winnipeg River Basin for the past 15 years or longer for nutrients, metals, major ions, and other physical-chemical variables are included in this dataset. Monitoring is conducted by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) as well as through the Lake Winnipeg Basin Initiative to assess water quality status and long-term trends, detect emerging issues, establish water quality guidelines and track the effectiveness of remedial measures and regulatory decisions. Most recent data can be downloaded from the following link: http://data.ec.gc.ca/data/substances/monitor/national-long-term-water-quality-monitoring-data/winnipeg-river-basin-long-term-water-quality-monitoring-data/

The Pictou County Rivers Association (PCRA) started monitoring the water quality in the seven main rivers that run through our county in 2014. Approximately every two weeks from late May to early October, PCRA volunteers use portable water quality sensors to measure temperature, dissolved oxygen, pH and conductivity at 2 locations on each river, one just above the head of tide and one in the upper watershed. The program has been conducted every year since 2014 so we have 7 years of data collected and plan to continue the program in 2021. The data collected is compiled and summarized each year and the results compared to previous year’s results and Canadian Water Quality Objectives for the protection of fish and aquatic life. The PCRA acknowledges the technical and financial support provided by the Atlantic Water Network at St. Mary’s University and the NS Salmon Association's Adopt a Stream program which make it possible to conduct this program.

The East Interlake Watershed District has been monitoring the water quality of nine different waterways since 2007 with the financial and technical assistance of the provincial government. Water quality data is collected through grab samples at quarterly intervals, which are sent for laboratory analysis. We develop relative health ratings for all nine waterways based on the Water Quality Index to enable a general understanding of water quality and to act as a reliable water quality information source for the public. Note: 2007 & 2008 water quality results methods are unspecified.

Water quality data collected throughout the Kensington North region starting in 2019. Data are being collected for various projects and to obtain baseline values to compare against in the future. Various analysis methods were used including handheld YSI probes, the PEI Analytical Laboratory, and a YSI photometer.

With support from various other organizations, the Tusket River Environmental Protection Association collected an extensive water quality data base from numerous lakes in and near the Tusket catchment. Data were collected in early May, late August, and late October. Oxygen, conductivity, pH, and temperature profiles are available from 2012 to 2015. Subsequently, volunteers took the lead, but data on nutrients, colour, chlorophyll-a, pH and related data remain available. Investigations related to MTRI’s study on vulnerable shoreline Atlantic Coastal Plains Flora and NS Environment’s investigations into waters affected by effluent from mink farms. Support was provided by Mersey-Tobeatic Research Institute, N.S. Environment, Adopt-a-Stream, CURA H2O, and the Municipalities of Yarmouth and Argyle.

Long-term freshwater quality monitoring data for over 14 sites in the Fraser River Basin for the past 15 years or longer for nutrients, metals, major ions, and other physical-chemical variables are included in this dataset. Monitoring is conducted by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and under the Canada-British Columbia Water Quality Monitoring Agreement to assess water quality status and long-term trends, detect emerging issues, establish water quality guidelines and track the effectiveness of remedial measures and regulatory decisions.

Long-term freshwater quality monitoring data for sites in the Churchill River Basin for the past 15 years or longer for nutrients, metals, major ions, and other physical-chemical variables are included in this dataset. Monitoring is conducted by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) to assess water quality status and long-term trends, detect emerging issues, establish water quality guidelines and track the effectiveness of remedial measures and regulatory decisions. The information informs the Lake Winnipeg Basin Initiative and supports activities of the Prairie Provinces Water Board (PPWB). Most recent data can be downloaded from the following link: https://data-donnees.az.ec.gc.ca/data/substances/monitor/national-long-term-water-quality-monitoring-data/churchill-river-basin-long-term-water-quality-monitoring-data/?lang=en

To promote the maintenance, protection and improvement of Mississippi Lake in order to achieve a proper balance between the legitimate interests of users of the Lake and the maintenance of the ecosystem and environment. Water quality data are collected using tools in the Water Rangers Freshwater Explorer testkit, including portable probes and test strips. Long term trends are tracked and logged on the Water Rangers data platform.

Water quality data are collected by trained community scientists who volunteer for the Couchiching Conservancy. Data are collected using tools in the LaMotte Water Quality Educator and Monitoring Outfit, which contains kits to test for a variety of water quality parameters. Conductivity probes, and lab grade analyses are occasionally used. Long term trends are tracked and logged on the Water Rangers data platform.

The Lac Notre Dame and Usher Lake Association mission is to promote, protect and preserve the quality of Lac Notre Dame and Usher Lake and the watershed environment of the Lakes to ensure their continued use and enjoyment by all. Our annual water sampling helps us protect water users and understand the role water chemistry might play in suppressing invasive Eurasian milfoil and blue-green algae.

The Stratford Area Watershed Improvement Group-Based Water Monitoring project aims to build community partnerships, identify field sites, and develop and implement sampling protocols for long term, community-based monitoring of the Stratford Area watershed. Water quality data is collected using HOBO Tidbit loggers.

Long-term freshwater quality monitoring data for over 13 sites in the Columbia River Basin for the past 15 years or longer for nutrients, metals, major ions, and other physical-chemical variables are included in this dataset. Monitoring is conducted by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and under the Canada-British Columbia Water Quality Monitoring Agreement to assess water quality status and long-term trends, detect emerging issues, establish water quality guidelines and track the effectiveness of remedial measures and regulatory decisions.

The purpose of the multi-year GWAS Water Monitoring Plan is to provide knowledge and a database of information about the health of the lotic aquatic systems within the Ghost Watershed. Monitoring changes over time is an important aspect of protecting a watershed. Monitoring of watershed health following the CABiN (Canadian Aquatic Biomonitoring Network) protocol is a recommendation in the Ghost River State of the Watershed Report (2018). The data collected will augment existing information and is intended to assist public land managers and other organizations tasked with water management responsibilities to better manage our water resources. It will also help GWAS identify high priority sites for future restoration and provide baseline data for future state of the watershed reporting.

The Sackville Lakes Park and Trails Association aims to identify appropriate monitoring sites and implement sampling protocols for long term community monitoring of Second Lake. Water quality data is collected though the use of portable water sensors, Secchi disk and grab samples sent for laboratory analysis. The information is analyzed and compared to historical data and the CCME guidelines to determine trends and the water quality status of the lake.