Policy Text:
The Mattagami Region Source Protection Committee recommends that the Mattagami Region Conservation Authority, in conjunction with other watershed water management agencies, develop and implement a water management education and outreach program. Although the main focus will be on the protection of the City of Timmins' municipal drinking water source, the program would also address broader water conservation, protection and management concepts.
It is recommended that the Mattagami Region Conservation Authority should develop and implement, in conjunction with the City of Timmins, the Porcupine Health Unit and other watershed partners, a water management education and outreach program, designed to inform watershed residents of the principles and importance of drinking water source protection and water management in general. Such a Program would include:
informing and encouraging all landowners on adopting Best Management Practices that deal with water quality and quantity issues;
utilizing such educational tools as information brochures, a dedicated website, special events such as a Children's Water Festival, etc. to promote the water management message.
It is recommended that the Mattagami Region Conservation Authority should consider implementing this policy when the Source Protection Plan takes effect.