Heads up – we just received a report of a fishing boat floating off shore on Lac Heney just south of Lac Désormeaux Creek. Light blue in colour. No motor.
Thanks for the info.
Lost map!
Have you seen our watershed map that was posted in our kiosk? It seems to have disappeared during the ice-out. Strangely this has happened twice already…
If you want to download and print your own copy, here’s a link!
Lost Dock on Lac Heney
Folks at the north end of Lac Heney are looking for a new 10 by 16 wooden dock with black floats. There is also a ramp sitting on top of the dock.
If you have any information please send an email to info@bvlacheney.ca.
Death of Chantal Proulx
It is with immense regret that we learned of the death of Ms. Chantal Proulx, which occurred on March 28. In addition to this very sad event that her passing constitutes for her loved ones, and in particular for her husband Dave and for her daughter Danielle, Chantal’s passing is an inestimable loss for our Association and for the Heney Lake Foundation. Since 1999, she has tirelessly occupied various positions as a member of the Boards of Directors of these two organizations. Here is a brief overview.
In 2003, Chantal was elected vice-president of the Association while the latter was involved in a class action against the Quebec government regarding damage caused to the lake by a fish farm. In 2004, she used her talents as a lawyer to lead the incorporation of the Foundation set up to manage funds received from the government following an agreement in mediation regarding the class action. She subsequently, as president, then treasurer of the Foundation, acted as legal advisor in the affairs, not only of the Foundation, but also of the Association, until very shortly before her death.
Those who had the chance to know Chantal and work with her for the well-being of the lake over the last quarter of a century have lost not only a colleague, but also a friend.
On behalf of the Boards of Directors and members of the Watershed Association and the Heney Lake Foundation, we would like to offer Dave, Danielle and their loved ones our most sincere condolences.
A Celebration of Life will be held later this spring/early summer.
Tom McKenna, President – Lac Heney Foundation
Roger Larson, President – Bassin versant du Lac Heney Watershed Association
BVLH Spring Communique
The Bassin Versant du Lac Heney Watershed association contributes to the well-being of our community in protecting our lakes and their watershed: lake Desormeaux, Barbue, Noir and Vert.
The things you like to do on the lake, whether it is swimming, fishing, boating, hiking or just sitting on the dock, all depend on the quality of the water in the watershed lakes and the environment.
Your membership supports your volunteer board’s efforts to keep you informed of new developments such as mining claims, monitoring the quality of our lakes and advocate for policies supporting responsible use, protection, and enjoyment on your behalf and all of the watershed property owners.
With more members, we are better positioned to advocate for members’ interests with the municipalities. The lakes need your support, join us in our efforts. Information on the work of the association and how to become a member can be found here: Online Membership Registration