Lake Wilcox (Richmond Hill)
Urban Ecohydrology (3)
Lead
Philippe Van Cappellen
University
Purpose / Scientific Focus
Located within the City of Richmond Hill, this site represents one of the few urban lakes within the observatory network and provides opportunities to study nutrient enrichment, urban runoff, ecosystem response, and climate impacts in urban lakes. The lake serves as an example of how urbanization influences small lakes and their ecological condition.
Urban Ecohydrology
The Lake Wilcox site is part of the Urban Ecohydrology Observatory, a network of instrumented urban research sites across the Waterloo Region and Greater Toronto Area that investigates how green infrastructure can improve water quality, reduce nutrient and microplastics pollution, and support climate mitigation. The observatory brings together researchers, local governments, industry, and community partners to develop sustainable, nature-based solutions for urban water management and flood resilience. Its research informs practices that protect source waters, restore urban ecosystems, and enhance the ecological and social benefits of green infrastructure.
Location
Province
Ontario
Region
Mixedwood Plains
Drainage Basin
Great Lakes-St. Lawrence
Lat Long
43.95 -79.44
