WATERSHED MANAGEMENT
MRCA watershed management includes flooding and erosion protection along with water quality and quantity monitoring for the Upper Mattagami River watershed.
PERMITS
Are you planning development work near a watershed, river, stream, wetland, slope, or shoreline?
You may require a permit from the Conservation Authority.
CONSERVATION AREAS
The Mattagami Region Conservation Authority provides a variety of recreational opportunities throughout the City of Timmins through its system of Conservation Areas and Community Trails.
NEWS and Announcements
July 2
2026
Gillies Lake Conservation Area Improvements: Throughout the summer, maintenance work will be taking place on the Gillies Lake trail and boardwalk including culvert and bridge replacements. Please use caution, respect all posted signs and avoid the area while work is taking place.
May 21
2026
The Flood Watch issued for Mattagami River has been terminated. See our flood advisories page for more information. You can also sign up to receive flood notifications.
April 22
2026
Flood Warning issued for Mattagami River. Water levels and flows are anticipated to be higher than normal over the next several weeks. Flood Watch for other areas remains in effect. See our flood advisories page for more information. You can also sign up to receive flood notifications.
March 10
2026
On March 10, 2026, the Province of Ontario announced the next steps in the consolidation of 36 Conservation Authorities into 9 Regional Conservation Authorities.
During the upcoming transitional period, the MRCA will continue to operate without disruption and continue to work toward our mission of leading the conservation and protection of the Mattagami Watershed. We remain committed to watershed protection at the local level.
Flood Status
Mattagami River
Porcupine Lake
Kamiskotia Lake
Low Water Status
Contact Us
The Mattagami Region Conservation Authority office is located at:
100 Lakeshore Road
Timmins, Ontario
P4N 8R5
Tel: 705-360-2660
Fax: 705-360-2692
Email: [email protected]
Our office is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., closed between noon and 1:00 p.m.
