Consultant and Government Watershed Studies

Consultant and government-led studies provide essential insight into the health of the Shubenacadie watershed. These reports guide restoration planning, identify priority areas, and support informed environmental decision-making.

Why study the watershed?

SWEPS collaborates with government departments, academic researchers, and environmental consultants to deepen our understanding of the Shubenacadie Watershed. These studies provide crucial data to guide our restoration work, inform planning decisions, and advocate for healthy, resilient aquatic ecosystems.

Types of Studies

  • Wetland assessments
  • Fish habitat evaluations and barrier surveys
  • Water quality monitoring and laboratory analysis
  • Stream morphology surveys and restoration plans
  • Infrastructure assessments (e.g., culverts, flood risk)
  • Vulnerability and climate resilience studies

Latest Studies

Explore our recent studies that provide valuable insight into watershed health and help guide SWEPS’ restoration priorities.

  • Wetland Vulnerability Study for the Shubenacadie Watershed

    Wetland Vulnerability in the Shubenacadie Watershed A Study by MacCallum Engineering In 2024, MacCallum Engineering completed a Wetland Vulnerability Study focused on the Shubenacadie Watershed to better understand which wetlands are most sensitive to environmental stress and to help communities and decision-makers protect what matters most. Why Study Wetland Vulnerability? Wetlands play an important role

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