Latest News
This page displays news from the last six months in two categories:
- Press Releases — issued by the Committee to inform residents of specific river conditions on the main stem of the Ottawa River (e.g., start of freshet, increased risk of flooding)
- Bulletins — posted by the Planning Board, the Committee, or the Secretariat, to inform residents of various activities (e.g., change in forecast frequency, release of a publication), or posted by any agency composing the Committee to inform residents of abnormal river conditions or special operations for a specific structure or river reach.
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Forecast for 2026-01-27
River conditions forecasts posted on 2026-01-27 by Ottawa River Regulating Committee
Water levels and flows along the main stem of the Ottawa River are within seasonal values and are expected to
Fall Conditions Overview in the Ottawa River Basin
Bulletins posted on 2025-12-22 by Ottawa River Regulating Committee
The Ottawa River Regulating Committee provides integrated management of the principal reservoirs in the Ottawa River basin throughout the year.
Notice of Temporary Water Level Increase – Bryson Dam
Bulletins posted on 2025-11-17 by Hydro Quebec
Read the bulletin by Hydro-Québec > November 17, 2025 Bulletin (French only)
Low Flow Conditions in the Ottawa River
Bulletins posted on 2025-10-17 by Ottawa River Regulating Committee
The Ottawa River Regulating Committee provides integrated management of the principal reservoirs in the Ottawa River basin throughout the year
Declining Water Levels on Lake Timiskaming
Bulletins posted on 2025-10-14 by Public Services and Procurement Canada
Read the Public Services and Procurement Canada bulletin >> October 14, 2025 Bulletin