The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
Ecologically sensitive area will be protected in perpetuity Lake Simcoe watershed: November 16, 2021 – The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority just added another 137 acres of ecologically sensitive land to its holdings. The land transfer was finalized late last week and is a mix of wetland and floodplain in the Beaver River Wetland Conservation […]
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In 2021, our restoration team completed over 100 projects across the Lake Simcoe watershed. From stormwater retrofits, Low Impact Development, to meadow enhancements and online pond removals, we continue to make critical on the ground improvements. Here are some of our favourite projects from 2021 or if you’re interested you can check out our 2021 Year
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NEWMARKET – Wednesday, June 16, 2021 – Today, the provincial government transferred what’s known as the Maple Lake Estates lands in the Town of Georgina, previously slated for development, to the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority. This unprecedented decision in the Lake Simcoe watershed also represents the single largest land donation and secures the opportunity to
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Conservation Authority Launches New Online Enforcement Complaints Form Goal is to deliver better service and improve internal processes Lake Simcoe watershed – May 28, 2021 – In response to a tripling of complaints so far this year over last year, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority has implemented an online enforcement complaint form (see link further down). The new online form makes it easier for
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Invasive European Gypsy Moth (Lymantria dispar dispar) Coming to a tree near you Lake Simcoe watershed – May 4, 2021 – Tree monitoring indicates that southern Ontario, including the Lake Simcoe watershed, is likely to experience outbreak levels of the European Gypsy* Moth (Lymantria dispar dispar or LDD for short) this year. The moth is an invasive
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Are You Prepared for a Weather Emergency? Conservation Authority reminds residents of ways to prepare Lake Simcoe watershed – May 3, 2021 – May 2 – 8, 2021 is Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada and the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority wants to remind our residents of the dangers associated with flooding. Are you prepared for
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LSRCA Issues First Shoreline Hazard Watch Today Lake Simcoe watershed – March 26, 2021 – Within two days of launching its new shoreline flood-watch system, LSRCA has issued its first Lake Simcoe shoreline hazard watch today. The watch comes as a result of the wind forecast indicating north winds in the range of 15 kilometres per
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LSRCA celebrates completion of two wetland projects Lake Simcoe watershed – February 2, 2021 – The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA) announced the completion of two wetland restoration projects located at Cawthra Mulock Nature Reserve, King Township, and Luck Conservation Area, Innisfil, adding to the 50,800 hectares of wetlands currently in the Lake Simcoe watershed. “These two wetland projects will improve wildlife habitat, and once established, will reduce local
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Safety Message Why You Shouldn’t Use Stormwater Ponds for Recreation Newmarket, ON – January 15, 2021 – Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA) is reminding residents not to use neighbourhood stormwater ponds for recreation activities. While your local stormwater pond may look like a great place to have a game of pick-up hockey or a leisurely
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