A number of reports and additional background information was reviewed in developing recommendations included in this report, many of which were provided by stakeholders and individuals via email or during in-person meetings. A listing of publicly available documents received and reviewed has been provided below.

Information on current flood-related initiatives being undertaken by the Province of Ontario

Information on the International Joint Commission

Provincial acts, regulations and policies associated with flood management

Technical guidelines prepared by the province to support municipalities and conservation authorities in managing flooding and other natural hazards

  • Understanding Natural Hazards (2001)
  • Special Policy Areas Technical Guide (2009)
  • Technical Guide for Large Inland Lakes (1996)
  • Hazardous Sites Technical Guide (1996)
  • Technical Guide - River and Stream Systems: Erosion Hazard Limit (2002)
  • Technical Guide - River & Stream Systems: Flooding Hazard Limit (2002)
  • Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River System Tech Guide (2001)

Information on federal funding programs

Studies, reports and presentations prepared by non-OPS entities

Information provided to the Special Advisor during the community tour, section 1

Information provided to the Special Advisor during the community tour, section 2