Police were called to Dawesville this morning following reports a car had driven into the canal.
Authorities attended the scene just after 7am near Surf View and located the driver inside the vehicle deceased.
The death isn't being treated as suspicious and a report is being prepared by the coroner.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to call CrimeStoppers on 1800 333 000 or to make a report online at www.crimestopperswa.com.au