The Manitoba Association of Watersheds has announced the recipients of the 2022 Watershed Awards, which include Manitoba farmers who are adapting the way they farm and enhancing their land for the future, as well as leaders in the community who have worked to establish conservation programs, build partnerships, and enhance local knowledge.
“The work done in watershed districts has a direct impact on water quality for all Manitobans,” said Lynda Nicol, Executive Director of the Manitoba Association of Watersheds. “That’s why it’s so important to recognize the work being done throughout the province, and to celebrate those who have demonstrated excellence within the watershed district program. The individuals and businesses presented with 2022 Watershed Awards are wonderful examples of how positive change is possible through dedication and community.”
The Manitoba Watershed Awards are presented through a partnership between the Manitoba Association of Watersheds and Manitoba’s 14 watershed districts and are presented in two categories – Watershed District Awards and Watershed District Builder Awards.
This year’s Watershed District Builder Award recipients are:
- Art Bergmann (Watershed District Builder Award), who built lasting municipal partnerships which are the foundation of the Seine Rat Roseau Watershed District, and helped establish a water retention project which remains among the most impactful projects in the district’s history.
- Linda Miller (Watershed District Staff Builder Award), who in her 14-year career with the West Interlake Watershed District, established some of their most successful programs (Community Tree Nursery Program, and the Winter Watering System Program).
More information on these recipients as well as the recipients of the Watershed District Awards can be found at manitobawatersheds.org.
