Our Projects & Programs
Community Wildlife Monitoring Program
In 1985 the Bay of Quinte was declared a pollution hotspot. Among the problems was a dramatic loss of fish and wildlife populations and their habitats.
The Bay of Quinte Remedial Action Plan and its partners carry out actions to rehabilitate the Bay. Wildlife monitoring is part of the process, as wetland birds and frogs are good indicators of environmental health.
By participating in this program you are helping in the rehabilitation and long-term protection of the Bay’s overall ecosystem.
The program offers the Marsh Monitoring Program that includes bird and amphibian monitoring. Volunteers can monitor for either or both species. Another program is called FrogWatch Ontario. This is a good entry level program, great for families due to its simplicity.
You will receive training and support through the Community Wildlife Monitoring Program. For more information contact Terry Sprague, Community Wildlife Monitoring Coordinator at tsprague@kos.net or 613-476-5072 or the Bay of Quinte RAP at 613-394-3915 ext 214.
Download the Community Wildlife Monitoring brochure here...
Habitat Enhancement Program
Out in the Community with our Habitat Enhancement Program.
We have new categories for the Habitat Enhancement Program with funding available at various levels for specific projects, if you meet project eligibility requirements.
The categories are:
• Shoreline Naturalization
• Fencing
• Planting/Buffer Zone
• Osprey Platform
• Wildlife Pond Habitat Creation
Download the brochure with all the information Here...
Shoreline areas are a critical and sensitive link between land and water, often called "the ribbon of life". These delicate areas provide: shelter and food for wildlife, support spawning beds for fish, enhance water quality, shade and cool water, and discourage growth of excess algae. We are working with landowners who are interested in enhancing or restoring their shorelines.
The concrete wall is down and over 300 feet of shoreline has been restored.
This was a partnership between the Ontario Drinking Water Stewardship Program, Bay of Quinte RAP and Lower Trent Conservation. A great team effort has resulted in a successful shoreline restoration project.
The Bay of Quinte RAP and its partners have rehabilitated 225 ft of shoreline by helping to implement the removal of a concrete retaining wall and naturalization of the shoreline. Click here to see the latest photos
If you are interested in restoring, enhancing or protecting a natural shoreline. You might be eligible for funding assistance through our Habitat Enhancement Program (see below). For more info contact:
Mary Gunning, BQRAP Environmental Technician, Quinte Conservation - mgunning@quinteconservation.ca or 613-968-3434 ext 106
Caroline Zawadzka, Landowner Contact Specialist, Lower Trent Conservation, caroline.zawadzka@ltc.on.ca or 613-394-3915 ext 225
Concrete retaining wall 
In the middle of construction
A beautifully restored shoreline
Coastal Wetlands Monitoring Program
Wetlands are transitional areas between land and water providing habitat, improved water quality, and flood protection. In the summer, the Bay of Quinte Remedial Action Plan partners monitor for bird, frog/toads, fish, aquatic invertebrates, water chemistry, and vegetation in 15 representative coastal wetlands around the Bay.
If you are interested in any of these programs contact 613-394-3915 ext 213