The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority

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Media Release 2022

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PSA: Winter Safety Message – Stay on Trails, Avoid Waterways

With winter upon us, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA) is reminding residents how to be prepared for winter hazards, particularly around bodies of water. Frequent freeze-thaw cycles can create hazardous conditions by increasing runoff and contributing to higher water levels and faster flows in local watercourses. Accumulated snow and ice will also melt and […]

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Bradford Bypass

Statement on the Bradford Bypass Project ​

Bradford Bypass (Updated November 22, 2022) – This statement has been prepared in response to inquiries about our position on the Bradford Bypass.  What is the Bradford Bypass?  For those not familiar with the project, the Bradford Bypass is a proposed 16.2-kilometre long freeway connecting Highway 400 and Highway 404 in the Regional Municipality of York and County of Simcoe. The project-specific assessment of

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It’s the Best Time of the Year! Conservation Authority Hands Out 23 Environmental Awards

Event Celebrates the Efforts of Environmental Champions Newmarket – October 11, 2022 – At its 40th annual Conservation Awards ceremony, held at Newmarket Old Town Hall on October 11, the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (the Conservation Authority) paid tribute to 23 incredible individuals, businesses and groups who are working hard to improve our environment. According

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Conservation Authority Hands Out 23 Environmental Awards

Event Celebrates the Efforts of Environmental Champions Newmarket – October 11, 2022 – At its 40th annual Conservation Awards ceremony, held at Newmarket Old Town Hall on October 11, the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (the Conservation Authority) paid tribute to 23 incredible individuals, businesses and groups who are working hard to improve our environment. According

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Conservation Authority now owns 360 hectares of forest and wetland in northern York Region

Land transfer is the largest of its kind in Lake Simcoe Watershed Lake Simcoe Watershed – April 4, 2022 – The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority has officially taken possession of the 360 hectares (890 acres) of land, previously known as the Maple Lake Estates land.   Located within the Town of Georgina, the property* is roughly bounded by Metro

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Conservation Authority Starts Plan on Newly Acquired Lands in Georgina 

No Trespassing Signs and Fencing Being Erected  June 13, 2022, Georgina – The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority is asking the public to respect the no trespassing signs being posted along the boundaries of their newly acquired 890-acre property located in Georgina. “This is the largest land transfer we’ve ever received, and we’re thrilled. Of course,

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Lake Simcoe Conservation Looking for Environmental Heroes

Deadline for conservation award nominations is June 3 Lake Simcoe watershed, ON – May 9, 2022 – The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation A​​uthority is seeking nominations for its annual Conservation Awards program.  Last year the Conservation Authority recognized 29 individuals and groups from across the watershed for a wide range of activities, including tree planting, garbage

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Tsunami of Enforcement Complaints Leads to Changes

Conservation Authority encourages online form for submitting violation concerns Lake Simcoe Watershed – May 3, 2022 – The Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority has seen a deluge in complaints about environmental malfeasance within its boundaries in the past two years. In response, they’ve implemented changes to how they receive complaints.  To put it in perspective, the

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Top 10 Restoration Projects of 2022

Wow, what a year it’s been! In 2022, our restoration team completed over 90 projects across the Lake Simcoe watershed. From stormwater retrofits, low impact development features, to community action projects, creating wetland habitat and agricultural projects, we continue to make critical on the ground improvements to our watershed.  Here are some of our favourite

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