The Federal Government has substantial influence on the management of the lake front of Lake Winnipeg. Through various departments such as Fisheries and Environment Canada the Federal Government regulates and monitors activities on the lake. In addition, the various levels of the court system have dealt with legal arguments that have particular application to various aspects of Lake Winnipeg. Finally, each province has dealt with the issue of erosion and shoreline management and their policies have relevance to Lake Winnipeg.
Federal and Other Provincial Governments and the Judiciary
The Federal Government has influence on the water and shoreline of Lake Winnipeg through the operations of several federal departments. Click here for a review of the main federal influences
Each Province in Canada deal with the problem of shoreline erosion, riparian rights and private property rights. Clicking on the picture above will lead you to a list of pertinent resources provided by the provinces of Eastern Canada.
Each Province in Canada deal with the problem of shoreline erosion, riparian rights and private property rights. Clicking on the picture above will lead you to a list of pertinent resources provided by the provinces of Western Canada.