Lagoon City Canal Maintenance Update – July 21, 2026

The Township of Ramara is pleased to advise residents that authorization from the Federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) has been received to proceed with skimming and mechanical aquatic weed harvesting activities within Lagoon City's canal system.

Township crews are mobilizing immediately, and canal weed harvesting operations will begin today (July 21, 2026). Residents are encouraged to visit ramara.ca/canals for the latest harvesting routes and updates.

We sincerely appreciate the patience and understanding of residents throughout this process and recognize the significant impacts the current condition of the canals has had on navigation, recreation and residents' enjoyment of the waterways.

The Township of Ramara owns and operates Lagoon City's canal system. With that ownership comes the responsibility to ensure maintenance activities are carried out safely, responsibly and in compliance with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.

We remain committed to maintaining Lagoon City's canals and lagoons while balancing navigability, environmental stewardship, and the protection of fish habitat and the broader aquatic ecosystem.

As part of the 2027 Budget process, staff will bring forward recommendations to Council and the Lagoon City Parks and Waterways Commission for an operational study to evaluate maintenance strategies, technologies and performance measures to support the future management of the canal system.

We recognize that residents have seen changes to the Canal Maintenance Program over the past two years. As legislative requirements, regulatory expectations and industry best practices continue to evolve, the Township has a responsibility to adapt its practices to ensure the program is delivered safely, responsibly and in compliance with applicable legislation.

The Township also recognizes there has been considerable discussion and many questions regarding this year's Canal Maintenance Program. To help provide additional context, residents are encouraged to review the Lagoon City Canal Maintenance Program Fact Sheet.