Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority - LSRCA

06/17/2026

⚠️ LAKE SIMCOE SHORELINE STATUS – LOW RISK - UPDATE⚠️

The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority advises that water levels in Lake Simcoe have dropped and are nearing seasonal ranges. The lake level still remains approximately 5 cm above average for this time of year. Rain is in the forecast and may place some upward pressure on the lake water levels.

Water levels are slowly receding and appear to be stabilizing near seasonal values. Recent rainfall produced only minor changes in the lake level. Rain is expected to begin later today and continue overnight into tomorrow, with total amounts in the 25-30 mm range and locally higher amounts possible where thunderstorms occur. This may place some upward pressure on the lake level.

The current forecast indicates southeasterly winds with gusts in the range of 66-72 km/hr, with locally stronger gusts possible in thunderstorms this evening and overnight. Given the declining lake levels, wind and wave impacts may be not widespread, however, given the lake level is still 5 cm above average, there may be some localized impacts.

Lake Simcoe Water Level

Currently, the lake level is approximately 5 centimetres higher than average for this time of year and is slowly receding toward seasonal values. Parks Canada has indicated that outflows from Lake Simcoe are being increased outside of navigation hours. The current water level in Lake Simcoe is 219.14 m and is expected to remain near seasonal values in the coming weeks, with the potential for minor increases in response to rainfall.

The following is a summary of the recent water levels on Lake Simcoe:

• June 17, 2026 (current): 219.14 m
• June 9, 2026: 219.16 m
• May 31, 2026: 219.22 m
• May 2, 2026: 219.38 m
• April 20, 2026: 219.41 m
• March 31, 2026: 219.06 m

Water Safety

Please exercise extreme caution around all bodies of water. Please alert any children under your care to stay away from all watercourses and other bodies of water; and supervise their activities.

Residents, especially in the historically flood-prone areas, are advised to take necessary precautions to protect themselves, their pets, and their property.

This Shoreline Hazard Status – Low Risk will be in effect through July 3rd, 2026, at 12:00 pm, or until otherwise updated. This replaces the Shoreline Hazard Watch - Moderate Risk statement issued on June 10, 2026.

For more information visit: https://lsrca.on.ca/index.php/lake-simcoe-shoreline-status/

06/17/2026

Join the team! We're hiring a Planning Customer Service Technician. For more information or to apply, https://lsrca.on.ca/index.php/about-us/careers/.

06/10/2026

If you have seasonal allergies, you’ve probably noticed that it’s peak pollen season! 🌳🌼

Our Lake Monitoring Team recently observed a striking yellow layer of pollen on the surface of Lake Simcoe. While it may resemble an algae bloom or pollution, it’s actually wind-blown tree pollen that has settled on the water.

Being able to distinguish pollen from other substances is an important part of monitoring Lake Simcoe’s health. That’s why our team carefully identifies and documents these natural events, both on the water and under the microscope.

06/09/2026

There's still time to help shape the future of the New Scanlon Creek Nature Centre! 🌿

Our community is already imagining incredible possibilities:

"This is going to be a wonderful space! The opportunities for enhanced educational programming and community engagement events will be fantastic."

"Excited about the centre both as a visitor and potentially as a business group that could regularly meet there."

"It needs to showcase local art emphasizing nature and positive impact."

And our youngest visitors are dreaming big too:

"Using treasure maps, doing nature art, and looking for wildlife."
"Going on scavenger hunts and exploring the creek."
"Nature treasure hunts, playing at the discovery garden, and finding wildlife."

As we plan the next chapter, we want to hear from YOU. What would make the New Nature Centre a place you'll want to visit, learn, explore, and connect?

Take a few minutes to complete the survey and help bring this vision to life.
https://yoursay.lsrca.on.ca/scanlon-creek-nature-centre

Scanlon Creek is home to the education programs of the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority. Every year, thousands of students visit this conservation area to learn, explore, and connect with the natural world. Beyond school groups, community members also visit

06/07/2026

Today’s the day.

Nominations for the Conservation Awards close tonight.

If someone comes to mind — don’t wait.

Submit your nomination today.

https://lsrca.on.ca/index.php/about-us/conservation-awards

06/05/2026

Happy World Environment Day! 🌎

The natural spaces we enjoy today — our lakes, forests, wetlands, and trails — are worth protecting for the generations that follow.

Every action we take to care for the environment helps ensure that today's children can grow up exploring these places, making memories outdoors, and connecting with nature just as many of us have.

This World Environment Day, we're reminded that protecting the environment isn't just about today, it's about preserving it for tomorrow.

06/03/2026

Our new Scanlon Creek Nature Centre is coming along nicely, and we couldn't be more excited!

As we continue planning programs and activities, we'd love to hear from you. What would you like to see offered at the Nature Centre?

Please take a moment to fill out our short survey. Your feedback will help shape this space, we are incredibly grateful for your input: https://yoursay.lsrca.on.ca/scanlon-creek-nature-centre

Stay tuned for more progress updates and sneak peeks as we get closer to opening!

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