Everyone interested in the streams running through their property or communities has something to offer, whether it is their time, talents, community connections, or knowledge of project sites. You, as a landowner, can help us protect this valuable coldwater resource.

Free site visits

Interested in learning more about what can and should be done with your stream or the stream in your community? We will set up site visits for those landowners and community groups interested in advice on the management of the stream running through their property or community. We will often coordinate such visits with the local Conservation Authority, Stewardship Council, and/or other agencies - this ensures the landowner is receiving the best possible advice and applicable assistance if requested.

Project Planning and Implementation

Not sure where to start or what steps are required? From preliminary site visits to planning, permits, and implementation, the Community Stream Steward Program provides start to finish assistance with stream rehabilitation and restoration activities.

Funding Assistance

Can’t afford to complete the work yourself? There are funding opportunities available to landowners and community groups interested in stream restoration, rehabilitation, enhancement and/or protection activities. The Community Stream Steward Program can provide funding assisstance for many stream related projects. Depending on the scope of the project, we help landowners obtain funding from various program partners and apply to other funding sources when necessary. No project is too big or too small!