The Corporation of the Municipality of Temagami and Temagami First Nation are investigating the establishment of an affordable, ubiquitous, and scalable broadband Internet network to enhance connectivity within the local communities and improve access to a wider global network. They are requesting input from the community by August 16th. You can access the survey here.

Municipal Planning Session (July 27, 2019)

There are multiple  sources for interactive & printable night  sky charts specific to Temagami’s  location and time zone. Below are two that work well for me.

Temagami Island Interactive sky map  (Requires internet connectivity)

Sky and Telescope  Printable Sky Chart  (Enter P0H2H0 in Zip Code Box. Select a time well after sunset e.g. 0200.  Print Icon is in Upper right section of the chart.)

The Common Loon is an iconic and beloved inhabitant of our country’s lakes. “Canadian Lakes Loon Survey” data, however, suggests that increasing human pressure has contributed to declining Loon reproduction over the last 30 years.

Survey participants have worked since 1981 to track the reproductive success of the Common Loon by monitoring chick hatching and survival. Contributors dedicate at least three dates to the process by visiting their respective lakes: once in June (to determine whether or not loon pairs are on territory); once in July (to view the chicks that have hatched); and, once in August (to established that chicks have survived long enough to fledge). They also work as stewards within their communities by sharing knowledge of improved boating, fishing, and shoreline practices. These actions protect and support Loons, as well as many other aquatic species that share our waterways.

Lake-property owners, canoers and kayakers, anglers, and boaters can help monitor the health of their favourite lakes by participating in this conservation initiative. Please click here for more information.

Temagami Mayor O’Mara  has recently been in contact with Ontario Power Generation on the high water levels on Lake Temagami. He provides an update on on his communication at the link below.

Mayor’s May 18 Update on High Lake Water Level