Simplebrook is a reference for homeowners and property managers working with stormwater on residential lots across Canada. The material here covers rain garden design and construction, native plant selection for drainage areas, and the practical steps involved in redirecting roof runoff away from foundations and municipal storm sewer connections.
The articles draw on established guidelines from provincial environment ministries, municipal stormwater programs, and published research from Canadian universities working in watershed management and urban hydrology. Content is reviewed periodically and updated when provincial regulations or best practices change.
What Is Covered
The focus is narrow: rain garden design and on-lot stormwater management in Canadian residential contexts. This includes:
- Basin sizing and soil permeability assessment
- Native plant selection by moisture zone and hardiness region
- Downspout disconnection and drainage routing
- Swale design and inlet protection
- Seasonal maintenance in cold climates
The site does not address commercial or industrial stormwater management, large-scale bioretention systems requiring engineering permits, or green roof design. Those topics fall outside residential lot applications and involve regulatory requirements that vary significantly by province and municipality.
Contact
For questions about the content on this site, corrections, or suggestions for additional topics, contact us at info@simplebrook.org or by phone at +1 (613) 204-5890.
Mailing address: 47 Rideau Terrace, Ottawa, ON K1M 0Z5, Canada.