Table of Contents

Introduction (full page)

What is a Stream?
What are Fish and Wildlife Habitats?
What are Works In or About a Stream?
What will I need to submit a Notification?
What am I required to do to submit my Notification?
When will I be required to apply for an Approval under the Water Act?

Potential Impacts of Instream Works

Legislative Requirements

Standards and Best Practices

Specific Standards and Best Practices

Stream Crossings

Stream Channel Maintenance

Stream Bank and Lakeshore Stabilization

Urban Stormwater Management

Habitat Enhancement and Restoration

Beaver and Beaver Dam Management

Watercourse Channelization and Realignment

Other Types of Instream Work

Emergency Works

Summary: Your Next Steps

Suggested Reading and Websites

Further Information on Best Practices

Appendix I: Monitoring

Appendix II: Timing of Works

Appendix III: Deleterious Substance Control/Spill Management

Appendix IV: Concrete Works

Appendix V: Isolation of the Work Area

Appendix VI: Salvage of Fish and/or Wildlife

Appendix VII: Sediment Control

Appendix VIII: Vegetation Management

Appendix IX: Restoration of the Site

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