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Further Development of an Integrated Watershed Management Plan for 5 Bathurst Basin Rivers
Recipient: Nepisiguit Salmon Association
Approved Amount: $5,000
Year Approved: 2024
Description: The Nepisiguit Salmon Association (NSA) is proposing a joint initiative to further develop an Integrated Watershed Management (IWMP) for five watersheds that empty into the Bathurst Basin. Along with the entire Nepisiguit the IWMP includes the Little, Middle, Tetagouche, and Bass rivers which have a combine 3278 square KM of viable salmon habitat, all located within the Pabineau First Nation (PFN) Mi’gmaq Traditional Territory. Steps to elaborate and implement a proper WMP will include:
- Partnership Building.
- Watershed Characterization.
- Identification of Goals and Solutions
- Program Design & Implementation.
- Watershed Plan Implementation.
- Measure Progress & Make Adjustments.