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Cataraqui Conservation has issued a Water Safety Statement today in response to a widespread, slow-moving weather system producing heavy rainfall.

Weather Situation: Rainfall totals recorded in the Cataraqui region on July 28 ranged from 6 mm to 26 mm.

Rainfall associated with a stalled low-pressure system continues today which could bring an additional 40 mm or more. However, there is uncertainty with the expected rainfall totals, as it is unclear which path the weather system will follow. The slow-moving nature of the weather system means that significantly higher rainfall totals are possible.

Conditions: Prior to the rainfall today, many gauged streams were in the normal range. Some have already responded quickly to the heavy rainfall today. Buell's Creek, in the Brockville area for example, is already elevated and could rise sharply with additional rainfall. 

Water Managers continue to monitor water levels closely and make discharge adjustments to balance negative impacts, as much as possible, as excess water moves through the system.

Risks: The main consideration is safety along watercourses. Cataraqui Conservation is urging caution around all dams (inflow and outflow channels) and fast-flowing watercourses. Respect the hazards in these areas by obeying all warning signs, and keep away from booms, buoys and barriers. Stay well back from the water’s edge above and below dams and hydroelectric stations. Creek banks and lake shorelines may be slippery, increasing the chance of falling in.

Widespread flooding is NOT expected. However, localized inundation of some low-lying areas is possible. 

If you witness flooding and/or require assistance, your first point of contact is the local municipality. Sand and sandbag availability and location information is provided at the bottom of this statement.

Requests for additional information associated with managed lakes can be sent to the following water management groups:

1. Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) -  kemptville-kingston.mnrf@ontario.ca
2. Portage Power (PP) - info@portagepower.com
3. Parks Canada - rideau@pc.gc.ca. More information is available here https://parks.canada.ca/lhn-nhs/on/rideau/info/infonet
4. Cataraqui Conservation - info@crca.ca

Staff will continue to monitor conditions and forecasts and will update statements as needed. This Watershed Conditions Statement will remain in effect until (or updated before) Friday, July 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM.

For up-to-date flooding information, please visit our flood forecasting and information page at https://cataraquiconservation.ca/pages/flood

Join us for a series of free workshops, designed for older adults. Whether you're looking for information to support your independence or get answers to questions from the experts, join us on the third Tuesday of each month, September 2026 to March 2027. While you're there, connect with others in your community and enjoy a free lunch.

Full program details are on our website's Recreation, Sports and Leisure Program page. 

Registration is required and can be done online, or by calling 613-659-2415 ext. 207

Transportation is available for those registered.

The Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands has served notice of Intention to Designate Three (3) Properties Under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, 181 Tower Road, 186 Main Street, and 117 Raison Road.

For Further Information and to access the Notices for each of the three properties, visit our Public Notice page on our website.

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Municipal Election.

Thinking about stepping up and making a difference in your community?  Now’s your chance.

Candidate packages are available for download on the Elections page of our website and at the Administration Office, 1233 Prince Street, Lansdowne.  Nomination period is open until 2:00 p.m. on August 21, 2026.  

Complete your nomination documents and contact the Clerk at 613-659-2415 or clerk@townshipleeds.on.ca to arrange for a 30-minute appointment to drop off your documents.

The Township of Leeds and the Thousand Islands (TLTI) has initiated Class Environmental Assessments (Class EAs) to determine the preferred approach for expanding the rated capacity of the Lansdowne 
Sewage Treatment System (STS) and the Railway Sewage Pumping Station (SPS) to effectively collect and treat wastewater generated from existing and projected future development.

For further information, visit our Public Notice page on our website.

March 5, 2026 – SEELEY’S BAY, ON – Parks Canada will begin the full replacement of Brass Point Bridge in Seeley’s Bay in summer 2026, with reopening expected in early 2028. This project will replace both the historic swing and fixed bridges, upgrade roadway infrastructure, and ensure the long-term safety and functionality of this key crossing on the Rideau Canal National Historic Site.