The assessment report completed in 2021 summarized key findings showing the improved water quality and recommended the status change, and in March 2023, the NPCA received correspondence from Environment and Climate Change Canada officially confirming the re-designation of this water quality indicator in the Niagara River.
The report provides an analysis of water quality samples from the storm sewer collection system which discharges to
Queens Royal Beach (QRB) located in the Niagara River Area of Concern (AOC), having historical water quality problems. A water quality monitoring program, extensive field investigation program, and rehabilitation of identified infrastructure deficiencies were enacted within the drainage area from 2018 to 2020.
Report on the Town of NOTL storm sewer investigation study to determine the source(s) of contamination in the storm sewer which outlets just upstream of the beach. The study flagged recommendations to address the highest priority issues for remediation. Appendices not attached.