Jul 28
What Canadian Heritage River watershed is larger than England?
The Ottawa River, spanning the boundary between Ontario and Québec, stands out as one of North America's great waterways and was officially designated a Canadian Heritage River on July 28, 2016. This recognition marked the culmination of fifteen years of community effort, government collaboration, and stakeholder advocacy to honor the river’s vast ecological, historical, and cultural importance. Remarkably, the Ottawa River watershed covers approximately 146,000 square kilometres—making it not only the twelfth largest watershed in Canada but also larger than the entire country of England. Its designation was commemorated by a trilingual plaque at Petawawa Point Park, highlighting its significance to Algonquin heritage and Canadian history.
