Welcome to www.nbmca.ca
North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority
As a community-based, non-profit environmental organization, NBMCA is dedicated to
conserving, restoring, developing and managing renewable natural resources on a watershed basis.
NBMCA is one of 36 Conservation Authorities who are members of Conservation Ontario.
Be a Steward!
Prevent Erosion and Runoff!
Planting trees and shrubs along the shoreline or stream bank at your home, farm or cottage is one of the ways you can help protect and preserve water quality.
Permits
Development and On-site Sewage
Permits are one tool for balancing human needs with the needs
of the natural environment, protecting people and property
from natural hazards.
Science
Integrated Watershed Management
From water quality monitoring and flood forecasting to drinking water source protection, NBMCA uses science to make watershed management decisions.
Get Outside!
Trails & Events
Looking to hike, bike, or ski?
Paddle a historic canoe route?
Explore our natural heritage?
Take part in an environmental festival or special event?
News
Snow Survey Readings for March 14, 2019
(March 15, 2019) Snow depth remains about twice the long-term average for this time of year and water equivalence is about 60 per cent above the long-term average. NBMCA measures the snow pack in three subwatersheds as part of our Flood Forecasting Program.
MoreWater Safety Statement Ended
(March 15, 2019) The Water Safety statement issued on March 13, 2019 has ended.
MoreWebsite live!
(March 11, 2019) NBMCA.ca is now online! Any comments or questions please contact NBMCA Communications 705 474-5420 or email
MoreSnow Survey Reading - March 1, 2019
(March 1, 2019) Snow depth and water equivalence remain above the long-term average for this time of year and are more than double last year’s measurements.
More2018 Year in Review