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Niagara River Remedial Action Plan

A partnership between government, municipalities, environmental organizations, industry, and the public working together to improve .

Working together to protect and restore the Niagara River's water quality and ecosystem health in order to remove it from the list of Great Lakes Areas of Concern. The goal of the RAP is to remove the Niagara River from the list of Great Lakes Areas of Concern. Follow us to learn more and get involved with the Niagara River Remedial Action Plan

08/28/2026

📧 Did you receive our August e-newsletter?
Stay up to date on Niagara River restoration, wildlife, monitoring programs, events, and ways to get involved.
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08/21/2026

🌊 What are Beneficial Use Impairments (BUIs)?

The Niagara River is one of the Great Lakes' Areas of Concern, and BUIs help us measure the river's environmental health and track restoration progress.

When pollution or environmental changes affect how we use or enjoy a waterway, a Beneficial Use Impairment is identified. There are 14 possible BUIs used across Great Lakes Areas of Concern.

In 1993, the Canadian side of the Niagara River was assessed and 10 BUIs were ultimately found to be impaired. Since then, decades of restoration work, habitat improvements, monitoring, and collaboration have helped restore 7 of those impairments.

Today, only 3 impaired BUIs remain.

Every restored BUI is an important step toward a healthier Niagara River for people, fish, wildlife, and future generations.

Learn more at https://niagarariver.ca/

08/18/2026

📧 Our latest Niagara River newsletter is here! Catch up on restoration projects, monitoring updates, outreach events, and more. Read the latest issue and subscribe to stay connected with the Niagara River RAP!
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08/14/2026

📸 Do you have photos from your adventures along the Niagara River?
Whether you're hiking, paddling, fishing, birdwatching, or enjoying the view, we'd love to see your favourite Niagara River memories!
Tag us or email your photos to [email protected].

08/07/2026

Invasive Species Feature: Purple Loosestrife 🪻

Have you seen this striking purple flower growing along roadsides, wetlands, or shorelines?

While Purple Loosestrife may look beautiful, it is an invasive species that can spread rapidly and outcompete native wetland plants. Dense stands of Purple Loosestrife reduce plant diversity and can degrade important habitat for birds, amphibians, and other wildlife.

If you spot Purple Loosestrife along the Niagara River, admire it from a distance and help protect our wetlands by avoiding planting or spreading it.

Together, we can help support healthy, diverse wetland ecosystems.

08/01/2026

🎣 Thanks to everyone who joined us at the Learn to Fish event!
We had a great time connecting with everyone who came, sharing fishing tips, and spending a day by the water. We hope everyone enjoyed the experience and made some lasting memories.
We can't wait to see you at a future event!

07/24/2026

🌊 Quiz Time!
When water travels from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario, which direction does it flow?

If you guessed north, you're correct! ✅

Because Lake Erie sits at a higher elevation than Lake Ontario, water naturally flows downhill through the Niagara River. From there, water continues through Lake Ontario and into the St. Lawrence River before eventually reaching the Atlantic Ocean.

Did you know the Niagara River drops approximately 99 metres in elevation between Lake Erie and Lake Ontario? That's what helps create one of the world's most famous natural wonders, Niagara Falls!

How did you do? Let us know in the comments! 👇

07/21/2026

🌿 Great Lakes Marsh Monitoring at Niagara River locations is complete for 2026!

This year, monitoring was conducted at two Upper Niagara River marshes: Dufferin Islands and Gonder's Flats.

Marsh monitoring is an important part of tracking wildlife populations and ecosystem health over time. These surveys contribute valuable information on bird and amphibian communities and help us better understand how local habitats are changing.

A particularly exciting milestone this year was the addition of amphibian monitoring at Gonder's Flats. This new monitoring reflects the successful establishment of the inland marsh habitat created through restoration efforts.

Thank you to everyone who supports monitoring and restoration work along the Niagara River!

07/17/2026

🐍 Creature Feature: Northern Watersnake

Have you ever spotted a Northern Watersnake basking along the Niagara River shoreline?

These non-venomous snakes are well adapted to life in and around water. Their colour can range from brown and grey to reddish-brown, with dark bands that often fade as they age. Northern Watersnakes can be found basking on rocks, logs, and shorelines throughout eastern North America.

The Niagara River provides excellent habitat for this semi-aquatic species. Strong swimmers and skilled hunters, Northern Watersnakes feed on fish, frogs, and crayfish while helping maintain balance within aquatic ecosystems.

Next time you're near the river, keep an eye out for one soaking up the sun along the shoreline!

07/11/2026

🎣🐟Learn to Fish Niagara River is today! Join us at Gonder's Flats

Two sessions:
Morning: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Afternoon: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Gonder’s Flats (2893 Niagara River Parkway, Fort Erie)

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2026-ontarios-learn-to-fish-mobile-niagara-fishing-event-tickets-1989399996944

All fishing gear is provided, including life jackets, rods, reels, tackle, and bait. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Registration is encouraged as each session is limited to 30 participants/session.

Address

250 Thorold Road West
Welland, ON
L3C3W2

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm

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+19057883135

Website

http://www.ourniagarariver.ca/

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