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Posted February 02, 2023

The Trout Lake Conservation Association (TLCA) has been participating in discussions on two major issues that could affect the residents of Trout Lake and the day users of Trout Lake. This is in addition to the regular duties that are outlined in our Charter.

These discussions are regarding:

The contamination of Trout Lake with PFOS (Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid). Legacy use of firefighting foam at the North Bay Airport has resulted in contamination of streams flowing from airport property. PFOS is reaching Trout Lake via Lees Creek and poses environmental and health risks. Fish bioaccumulation has resulted in fish consumption advisories. The TLCA is following the issue closely and is advocating for better communications to the public and cleanup of firefighting legacy sites.
Algonquin Land Claim – that affect residents on McPherson Drive and Centennial Crescent.

We are looking for 1000 members to provide a stronger voice for these issues.
Terms of Memberships to the TLCA are as follows:

$30/1 Year
$40/1 Year*
$125/5 Years
$175/5 Years*
$125/1 Year Business (free ad in 4 newsletters and featured on the website)

* includes correspondence by mail, calculated forward from the date you pay

Trout Lake
(46°19′09″N., 79°20′11″W.)

Know Your Trout Lake

• A headwater lake of the Mattawa River system - a Canadian Heritage River!
• Deep, cold-water lake, classified as “oligotrophic” (low plant nutrients; high dissolved oxygen)
• Mean depth of 17.2 m and maximum depth of 63 m
• Two outlets: one at its east end draining into Turtle Lake and one at its west end draining into the City’s water system
• Delaney Bay provides the water supply for North Bay

Be an On-the-Water Ambassador

• Make sure you have all required equipment under Transport Canada Regulations
• You must operate your watercraft in a safe and courteous manner and ensure the safety of your passengers. Failure to do so could result in fines and penalties

Trout Lake Boating Etiquette

• Control your wakes and slow down when being passed
• Respect the 30 m no-go zone adjacent to private properties to protect shorelines, structures and aquatic habitats
• Wave hello!

Provincial Boating Regulations

• Horsepower Age Restrictions:
     Under 12: Maximum 10HP
     Age 12-15: Maximum 40HP
     16 and Over: No Restrictions
• Jetskis and Sea Doos cannot be operated by anyone under 16.
• All operators must have a valid Ontario pleasure craft operator's card.

Catch Your Limit

Fishing prohibited in sanctuaries located west of Poplar Island and south of Camp Island between May 15th and July 31st

Restrictions on eating certain species of fish from Trout Lake due to Mercury and PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances)

Do not release live bait into Trout Lake

See Fisheries Management Zone 11 for more details

See the Guide to Eating Ontario Fish

Help Protect Trout Lake

• Plan your trip before you embark
• Avoid transporting invasive species from other waterbodies – pressure wash your boat and equipment and drain your bilge water before you launch - See Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers for more information
• Practice Leave no Trace and Pack-it-in / Pack-it-out If you see litter, stop and pick it up
• Remember you are boating on, fishing in, or swimming in the source of drinking water for more than 50,000 people

If you observe something suspicious/illegal call
Near North Crime Stoppers @
1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
Emergency? Call 911