Watershed Stewardship Network
Welcome to the Regional District of Nanaimo's Watershed Stewardship Network.
The RDN's Drinking Water & Watershed Protection (DWWP) program's vision is for healthy and resilient water resources and freshwater ecosystems - now and into the future.
This platform is an interactive space for members to share stories, post ideas, recruit volunteers, and showcase the valuable work that they do to monitor, restore, and steward freshwater habitat region wide.
Members of the Community Watershed Monitoring Network (CWMN) can find resources, guides, and training videos on this page. If you are a community member interested in getting involved with the monitoring program, contact waterstewardship@rdn.bc.ca to be connected with a stewardship group in your area.
Search and post volunteer opportunities in the Call out for Volunteers forum and check Key Dates for upcoming events, stewardship activities, and training opportunities.
Don't forget to Register to receive updates and stay involved!
Contact waterstewardship@rdn.bc.ca with any questions.
Monitoring and Stewardship Map
Want to showcase Streamkeepers at work or share something interesting? Drop a pin and upload a photo!
Project sites supported through the Stewardship Seed Funding (SSF) program are indicated on the map with blue points. Visit https://www.rdn.bc.ca/stewardship-seed-funding or contact waterstewardship@rdn.bc.ca for more information about Stewardship Seed Funding.
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How to use the features on this page:
Community Watershed Monitoring Network Infographic
Community Watershed Monitoring Stewardship Group Profiles
Community Watershed Monitoring Network Active Sites
Community Watershed Monitoring Network Training Videos
Community Watershed Monitoring Network Info & Equipment Guides
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CWMN Information
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CWMN Monitoring Maps by Group
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Beaufort Watershed Stewards (3.54 MB) (pdf)
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Cat Stream Stewards (2.14 MB) (pdf)
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Departure Creek Streamkeepers (1.99 MB) (pdf)
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Fanny Bay Salmonid Enhancement Society (1.42 MB) (pdf)
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Friends of French Creek (2.4 MB) (pdf)
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Gabriola Streamkeepers (1.85 MB) (pdf)
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Island Waters Fly Fishers Combined (3.26 MB) (pdf)
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Island Waters Fly Fishers - Group A (2.57 MB) (pdf)
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Island Waters Fly Fishers - Group B (2.79 MB) (pdf)
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Mid Vancouver Island Habitat Enhancement Society (2.17 MB) (pdf)
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MVIHES Nanoose Group (2.38 MB) (pdf)
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Nanaimo & Area Land Trust (2.39 MB) (pdf)
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Nile Creek Enhancement Society (1.41 MB) (pdf)
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Qualicum Beach Streamkeepers (2.26 MB) (pdf)
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Quennell Lake Watershed Stewardship Society (1.38 MB) (pdf)
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Vancouver Island University (1.9 MB) (pdf)
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Walley Creek Streamkeepers (1.57 MB) (pdf)
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Wexford Creek Streamkeepers (1.77 MB) (pdf)
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CWMN Equipment Guides
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YSI Pro Plus Meter Calibration Cheat Sheet (790 KB) (pdf)
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YSI 2030 Meter Calibration Cheat Sheet (621 KB) (pdf)
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Hach Turbidity Meter Cheat Sheet (175 KB) (pdf)
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Hanna pH Tester Calibration Cheat Sheet (559 KB) (pdf)
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CWMN iPad Avenza Application Cheat Sheet (207 KB) (pdf)
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QA/QC Lab Analysis Cheat Sheet (475 KB) (pdf)
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Community Watershed Monitoring Network Reports & Presentations
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CWMN Reports
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Community Watershed Monitoring Data Analysis (2011-2020) (31.8 MB) (pdf)
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Surface Water Quality Trend Analysis for RDN Community Watershed Monitoring Data (2011-2017) (18.5 MB) (pdf)
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2015 Lab Analysis Report - IWFF DCS VIU (1.82 MB) (pdf)
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2012 -2015 Water Quality Trend Report - Nanoose Streamkeepers (1.01 MB) (pdf)
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2012-2014 Water Quality Trend Report (1.88 MB) (pdf)
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2014 Data Summary Report (2.64 MB) (pdf)
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2011-2013 Water Quality Trend Report (2.6 MB) (pdf)
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2013 Data Summary Report (1.24 MB) (pdf)
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2012 Data Summary Report (710 KB) (pdf)
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2011 Data Summary Report (666 KB) (pdf)
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2020 Water Region Summaries
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2021 Water Region Summaries
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2022 Water Region Summaries
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2023 Water Region Summaries
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CWMN Presentations
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2024 Results Session - Data Summary and Guest Speaker Presentations (118 MB) (pdf)
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2022 CWMN Results Session presenting 2021 Data (38.3 MB) (pdf)
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2021 CWMN Results Session presenting 2020 Data (14.9 MB) (pdf)
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2020 CWMN Results Session presenting 2019 Data (18.8 MB) (pdf)
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2019 CWMN Results Session presenting 2018 Data (13.8 MB) (pdf)
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2018 CWMN Results Session presenting 2017 Data (3.53 MB) (pdf)
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2017 CWMN Results Session presenting 2016 Data (4 MB) (pdf)
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2016 CWMN Results Session presenting 2015 Data (3.97 MB) (pdf)
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Riparian Analysis Map
The Riparian Spatial Analysis for Restoration Prioritization investigates functional riparian cover across 47 waterways within the Regional District of Nanaimo. 
Users of the Riparian Analysis Map Viewer can interact with a visual depiction of the results of the analysis, identify and prioritize areas for restorative efforts, as well as, build tailored maps with the use of a suite of informative layers, identifiers, and mark-ups to aid in the scoping and planning of restoration projects.
Click here to open the Map Viewer or visit www.rdn.bc.ca/riparian-analysis-map
Organizations Providing Funding for Habitat Restoration Projects
Outreach & Educational Materials
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Team WaterSmart Outdoor Brochures
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TWS Outdoor Brochure - Alternatives to Pesticides (3.29 MB) (pdf)
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TWS Outdoor Brochure - Healthy Lawn Care (3.29 MB) (pdf)
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TWS Outdoor Brochure - Top 10 Irrigation Tips (2.33 MB) (pdf)
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TWS Outdoor Brochure - Utilizing Rain Barrels (2.59 MB) (pdf)
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TWS Outdoor Brochure - Water Wise Gardening (1.24 MB) (pdf)
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Streamside Landowners Guide Brochure (18.6 MB) (pdf)
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Team WaterSmart Indoor Brochures
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Team WaterSmart Handouts
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TWS FAQ Handout - May 2018 (1.06 MB) (pdf)
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Toilet Leaks - Identification and Repair Guide (840 KB) (pdf)
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TWS How To Check For A Leak - May 2018 (136 KB) (pdf)
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TWS Irrigation Scheduling Guidelines - May 2018 (579 KB) (pdf)
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TWS Landscape Guide to Water Efficiency - May 2018 (5.4 MB) (pdf)
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TWS Pesticide Recipe Cards - Updated May 2018 (978 KB) (pdf)
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TWS Handout Native Plants - May 2018 (590 KB) (pdf)
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TWS Handout Rain Gardens - May 2018 (777 KB) (pdf)
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TWS Handout Xeriscaping - June 2019 (1.49 MB) (pdf)
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Climate Change in our Region - Impacts and Response (317 KB) (pdf)
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Information on Groundwater
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Groundwater Factsheet - Know the Climate Reality.pdf (904 KB) (pdf)
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Groundwater Factsheet - Know your Well.pdf (624 KB) (pdf)
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TWS What Is Saltwater Intrusion - May 2018 (376 KB) (pdf)
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Best Practices for Dug Wells (1.24 MB) (pdf)
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Guide to Conducting Pumping Tests (1.13 MB) (pdf)
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Licensing Groundwater (136 KB) (pdf)
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Upgrading Wells in Pits (1.03 MB) (pdf)
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Water Sustainability Act (104 KB) (pdf)
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Well Disinfection (3.42 MB) (pdf)
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Arsenic in Groundwater (1000 KB) (pdf)
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Bacteria in Groundwater (179 KB) (pdf)
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Flowing Artesian Wells (2.04 MB) (pdf)
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Fluoride in Groundwater (959 KB) (pdf)
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Hardness in Groundwater (170 KB) (pdf)
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Iron and Manganese in Groundwater (167 KB) (pdf)
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Nitrate in Groundwater (967 KB) (pdf)
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Sodium in Groundwater (940 KB) (pdf)
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Photo Gallery
Drinking Water & Watershed Protection Educational Video Series
Who's listening
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Stewardship Coordinator - Drinking Water & Watershed Protection Program
Regional District of Nanaimo
Email CBrugge@rdn.bc.ca -
Monitoring Network Coordinator - Drinking Water & Watershed Protection Program
Regional District of Nanaimo
Email lfegan@rdn.bc.ca