"Greener" Options for New Construction
The intention of this guide is to provide businesses with the three most environmentally friendly options for each component of new construction.
Hill, Rebecca
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2009
Catching Green Haliburton<br />Host contact: Miller, Alice; Robinson, Patti
Bocking, Stephen<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-617
A Guide to the Ontario Endangered Species Act 2007: Information for Private Landowners in Haliburton County
Guide to endangered species for local landowners
A handbook outlining reasons for legislation, classification of ecologically sensitive lands, application of legislation, restrictions and enforcement, economics of land management.<br /><br />See TP-598 for research, surveys, and anaylsis.
Hayes, Christine; Truesdell, Jason
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2009
Haliburton Highlands Land Trust<br />Host contact: Ziman, Sheila
Skinner, Mark<br />Department: Geography
TP-599
A Review of the Haliburton Highlands Stewardship Council
Land stewardship and landowner contact programs<br />
Gaudette, Jennifer
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
1999
Wadland, John; Whillans, Tom<br />Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies
TPB-548
A septic system guide for cottagers - A Kennesis Lake community project
Alternative waste treatment systems<br />Waste Management<br />Environmental Science/Studies
This project reviewed alternatives to septic systems that are applicable in Haliburton County. The project was done in the form of a website.
Matheson, Derek; Romaniuk, Matthew
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2007
Kennisis Lake Planning Committee<br />Host contact: Douglas, Cameron
Sager, Eric<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-574
Aggregated Extraction in Haliburton County Part Two: Ecological integrity of regional pits and quarries
Aggregate inventory and best practices
Dillon, Adam
Not available
Trent University
2006
Environment Haliburton<br />Host contact: Morris, Malcolm
Whillans, Tom<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-552
Aggregated Extraction in Haliburton County: A preliminary investigation into the rehabilitation of regional pits and quarries
Aggregates
Natural Resources
Physical Geography
Adam Dillon
Online
Trent University
2006
Environment Haliburton, <span>Malcolm Morris</span>
Tom Whillans, Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-552
Agriculture in Haliburton County: A Bioregional Perspective
Agriculture in Haliburton County
Watson, Sue
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
1990
Wadland, John; Whillans, Tom <br />Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies
TPB-502
An Atlas of Community and Park Areas for the Township of Minden Hills
Park and trail development in Minden Hills
The Atlas groups the park properties of Minden Hills Township. It provides maps of the parks, their locations, facilities, and attractions. Ultimately the Township wants to improve the existing trail systems, as well as create new trail segments to link up to park areas with existing trails.
Reddick, Dave
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2008
Township of Minden Hills<br />Host contact: Cox, Rick
Whillans, Tom<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-594
Analysis of the ethical issues according to frequent snowmobile users of the Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Trails
Snowmobiling code of ethics<br />Environmental Studies
Mishalkowsky, Jennifer
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2004
Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve Ltd<br />Host contact: Bisset, Jody
Brunger, Alan<br />Department: Geography
TP-469
Application of Aggregate Resources Act in Haliburton, Ontario
Aggregate Resources Act<br /><span>Natural Resources</span><br /><span>Geography</span><br /><span>Environmental Studies</span><br /><span>Law and Policy</span>
Examines the Aggregate Resources Act as it applies to Haliburton County; focuses on legislation and the role municipalities have in the aggregate resource permit and licensing processes.
Benishek, Nicole
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2007
Environment Haliburton<br />Host contact: Morris, Malcolm
Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-586
Applying Bioregionalism to Stanhope Township and Little Cameron Lake
Water quality and lake monitoring
Conohan, Rob
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2002
Host contact: Sharp, Jennifer
Wadland, John; Whillans, Tom<br />Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Resource Science/Studies
TP-337
Applying the Endangered Species Act, 2007 in Haliburton County
Applying the Endangered Species Act
Discusses reasons for endangered species legislation, classification of ecologically sensitive lands, application of legislation, restrictions and enforcement, and economic benefits to protecting natural heritage.<br /><br />Purpose is to create a concise information handbook to help local organizations and landowners better understand the legislation.
Hayes, Christine; Truesdell, Jason
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2009
Haliburton Highlands Land Trust<br />Host contact: Ziman, Sheila
Skinner, Mark<br />Department: Geography
TP-598
Best Practices for Managing Trails Using Volunteers
Best practices for trail development and management<br /><br /><span>Geography</span><br /><span>Natural Resource Management</span><br /><span>Environmental Studies</span>
The research will be used to develop a model for best practices for trail development and management that will assist the organization in developing successful partnerships in the community.
Kelly, Chris
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2006
Haliburton Highlands Trails and Tours Network<br />Host contact: Hoover, Karen
Marsh, John<br />Department: Geography
TP-555
Bioregional Education in Action: Lessons of the Donald Chemical Plant
Education package about the Donald Chemical Plant
Julian, Maggie
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
1997
Wadland, John; Whillans, Tom<br />Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies
TPB-578
Bioregionalism and Geographic Information Systems: Using Focus Groups and Mental Maps to Design GIS Database, and determine boundaries for Haliburton
Mapping natural and cultural landscapes
Harvey, Geordon
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
n.d.
Wadland, John; Whillans, Tom<br />Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies
TPB-595
Building Connections: Wetlands Boardwalk for Minden-Hills Township
Development of a wetlands boardwalk
Examines the development of a wetlands boardwalk linking the River Walk Trail to Minden walking trail system. Discusses economic, ecological and social value of wetlands, construction options, and educational oportunities.
Edwards, Erin; Murc, Kim; White, Justin
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2008
Township of Minden Hills<br />Host contact: Cox, Rick
Sager, Eric<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-580
Building Green in Haliburton County: Perceptions of Sustainable Housing
Sustainable housing options and perceptions
Vander Klok, Jordan
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2008
Environment Haliburton<br />Host contact: Morris, Malcolm
Skinner, Mark<br />Department: Geography
TP-592
Capturing a Piece of Paradise: Lot Subdividion and the Transition of Land Use of Canning Lake
Historical settlement patterns and land use
This report investgates the history of several lots on Canning Lake and provides some analysis on the implications of the changes, in terms of land use, over time.
Glover, Jennifer
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2006-2007
Canning Lake Property Owners' Association<br />Host contact: Mitchell, Jim
Tufts, Steven; Wurtele, Susan<br />Department: Geography
TP-577
Children's Water Festival Activity Review
Review and redesign of Children's Water Festival activities
Burgess, Sarah; Bosnjak, Josip; Wright, Pamela; Villeneuve, Darren
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2008
Haliburton-Muskoka Children's Water Festival <br />Host contact: Whittaker, Rick
Whillans, Tom<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-593
Collected Bibliography: Haliburton and Region
Bibliography of resources relating to Haliburton and the surrounding region
<p class="p1">This is a bibliography of material, both published and unpublished, dealing with the Haliburton and surrounding region.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Compiled from sources found in universities, local and more distant libraries, museums, and other locations, and organized under subject headings, the paper lists material which can be accessed for use in research work. Each citation includes a location code to facilitate use.</p>
Jacquemain, Mark
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
1998
Wadland, John; Whillans, Tom<br />Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies
TPB-541
Commercial and industrial recycling in the Algonquin Highlands Township
<p>Commercial and industrial recycling</p>
Sullivan, Adrienne
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2003
Algonquin Highlands Waste Management Committee<br />Host contact: Hopkings, Virginia
Paehlke, Robert<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-407
Communicating Environmental Messages
Environmental education communication
Develop key environmental messages that correspond with specified local, provincial and national events. Create a communication plan to deliver messages by way of a variety of media to effectively target the intended audience.
Anderson, Cailey
Not available
Trent University
2006
Environment Haliburton<br />Host contact: Foster, Mieke
Whillans, Tom<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-550
Communicating Science to Elementary School Children
Communicating science to elementary school children
The purpose of this project was to develop resources to transfer information about the relationship between phosphorus and water clarity, to elementary grades 2-5 students.
Bradley, Blake; Burgess, Sarah; McMullen, Erica
U-Link Office and online
Trent University
2007
Lake Parter Program, MOE Dorset<br />Host contact: Clark, Bev
Whillans, Tom<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-564
Communication and Community Engagement - Theory and application within a cottage association for the purpose of developing and implementing lake plans and other community based stewardship initiatives
Implementing a lake plan - part two<br />Environmental Studies
Building on previous research (TP-557), this project identifies a method for further consultation with the lake community. The report focuses on community engagement, methods of communication, and dissemination of reports.
Garrah, Katie
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2007
Kennisis Lake Planning Committee<br />Host contact: Butcher, Ron
Sager, Eric<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-569
Community Initiatives in B.C. Forests: A Bioregional Perspective
Forest use in British Columbia
MacKinnon, David
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
n.d.
Wadland, John; Whillans, Tom<br />Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies
TPB-510
Compilation of Research for the Removal of Existing Boathouses and Shoreline Structure
Existing boathouses and shoreline structures
This report starts by providing some context to the issue of shoreline structures. It also includes examples of by-laws and incentive programs that address the removal of structures.
Borrowman, Kyle; Couchie, Sarah; Lowles, Andrew
U-Links Office and oline
Trent University
2007
Kennisis Lake Planning Committee<br />Host contact: Prince, Jim
Sager, Eric<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-572
Constructed Wetlands for Wastewater Treatment Applications in Ontario: Addressing Policy Barriers and Prospects for Change
Public policy and constructed wetlands in Ontario
Examines types of constructed wetlands, effectiveness, identifies barriers to implementing them.
Binstock, Matthew
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2005
Haliburton Highlands Stewardship Council<br />Host contact: Wooton, Brent
Andree, Peter<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-483
Cottage Septic Re-inspections need for Review and Changes
Septic systems and environmental protection
Moran, Ambrose
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
1995
Wadland, John; Whillans, Tom<br />Departments: Canadian Studies and Environmental Studies
TPB-576
Determining the Relative Contribution from Snowmobiles to an Acid Pulse Effect in the Watershed of the Haliburton Forest
<p class="p1">Environmental impacts of snowmobiling</p>
Report addresses concerns of staff at Haliburton Forest regarding the environmental impacts of snowmobiling.
Crowe, Erin
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2004
Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Preserve Ltd<br />Host contact: Bisset, Jody
Sager, Eric<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-536
Devils and Icons: The past, present, and future of human-wolf relations in North America
Perceptions of wolves
Assist in developing a survey tool to gather information regarding the knowledge and attitudes of adults and youth towards wolves. Implement the survey, analyse and report on the findings. Research will contribute to assessment of educational information at interpretive centre.
Ferrier, Elaine
U-Links Office and online
Trent University
2006
Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve Ltd<br />Host contact: Whitteker, Rick
Bocking, Stephen<br />Department: Environmental and Resource Science/Studies
TP-548