Muskoka Watershed Council

Muskoka Watershed Council (MWC) is a volunteer based non-profit organization with the mandate to champion watershed health.

MWC is comprised of representatives from a wide range of stakeholders, including municipal, provincial and federal governments; lake and area ratepayer associations; local industry, tourism, real estate and other interests from across our watersheds.

In Muskoka, where there is no conservation authority, MWC provides a coordinated voice on issues affecting the environmental quality of our watersheds.

OUR OBJECTIVES

1. Evaluate the Watersheds - Develop and implement science-based programs to research, assess, monitor and evaluate.

2. Speak for the Watersheds - Advise on sound air, land and water use planning, as well as management practices and policies.

3. Communicate and Educate - Develop and implement public information and education programs that promote sustainable lifestyle choices and an understanding of the impact of human actions on the watersheds.

4. Promote and Demonstrate - Promote and facilitate demonstration activities and best practices that support an environmentally sustainable economy and a healthy community structure.