Niagara Peninsula Conservation Foundation (NPCF) is closely following the Province of Ontario’s proposed legislative changes that could significantly affect watershed planning, environmental protections, and the long-standing structure of conservation authorities across Ontario.
As the charitable partner that raises funds to support Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA), NPCF is directly connected to the conservation, education, and stewardship work delivered across Niagara, Hamilton, and Haldimand. As such, we are closely following these developments and working to keep our donors and community informed.
On December 5, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) held a special meeting of its Board of Directors to review the Province’s Environmental Registry of Ontario (ERO) posting related to the creation of new Regional Conservation Authorities (RCAs). During this meeting, the Board examined NPCA’s draft comment submission, discussed potential implications for local communities, and finalized its formal response to the province.
NPCA has shared detailed information about its review, including key considerations related to local representation, watershed-based service delivery, proposed restructuring, and the importance of science-based natural resource management. The Board’s formal resolution and all supporting materials are available through NPCA’s public channels.
NPCF also recognizes that these proposed changes have the potential to influence how conservation is delivered. While NPCF does not participate in policy review or advocacy, we continue to actively track these developments, engaging with NPCA leadership, and ensuring our donors, partners, and community understand what is at stake for local conservation efforts.
We encourage community members, donors, and partners to review NPCA’s full update, including the ERO submission and meeting materials, to better understand the proposed changes and their potential implications.
Please visit the Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority’s newsroom and access the full meeting agenda package and ERO submission.
NPCF will continue to stay engaged as the provincial review process moves forward.
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About NPCF
Founded in 1969, Niagara Peninsula Conservation Foundation (NPCF) is a registered charity governed by a volunteer Board of Directors dedicated to raising funds that support the conservation of our natural environment for present and future generations. When you donate to NPCF, you help fund conservation projects and programs that contribute to improve water quality, increase green spaces, and environmental research and education.
Media inquiries to be directed to:
Jennifer McQuillan, Communications and Marketing Specialist
Mobile: 905-933-0532
jmcquillan@npca.ca