Muskoka Watershed Council works with a number of academic institutions on a variety of student research projects in order to build the environmental knowledge of Muskoka.

These student projects provide opportunities for students to undertake research activities that contribute to the work of MWC and to interact with council members, local scientists and resource people who can offer extra guidance to the projects.

Papers

2010-2011

University of Guelph

• Low Impact Development – Stormwater Management in the Muskoka Watershed
• Impact of Climate Change on the Water Budget for the Muskoka River

2011-2012

University of Guelph

• Ecosystem Services Valuation
• Value of Large Natural Areas

University of Waterloo

• Value of Large Natural Areas
• Stewardship Evaluation

Trent University

• Value of Good Water Quality
• Value of Hunting and Fishing