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Hamilton Conservation Authority
Hamilton Conservation Authority, located at the western end of Lake Ontario, is the area’s largest environmental management agency, and is dedicated to the conservation and enjoyment of watershed lands and water resources.
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Current News
Reservations for the Valens Lake Drumlin Cabins open to the public on February 8
- February 2, 2023
HCA is now offering a new and exciting overnight accommodation, the Drumlin Cabins! These cabins…
Conservation Advisory Board Meeting Agenda February 9
- February 2, 2023
Conservation Advisory Board Meeting Thursday, February 9, 2023, at 4:00 p.m. This meeting will be…
HCA Main Office Service Notice
- February 1, 2023
The HCA Main office is open to the public. Many staff are working hybrid schedules…
Environmental Education Program Assistant
- January 31, 2023
The Hamilton Conservation Authority currently has the following employment opportunity: Environmental Education Program Assistant (Part…
Board of Directors Meeting Agenda for February 2
- January 27, 2023
Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, February 2, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. This meeting will be…
Conservation Planner
- January 26, 2023
The Hamilton Conservation Authority currently has a Full-Time opportunity for a Conservation Planner Job Summary:…
Summer Employment Opportunities
- January 25, 2023
The Hamilton Conservation Authority invites you to apply to join our team this summer and…
Termination of Flood Watch - Watercourse Flooding
- January 16, 2023
Hamilton Conservation Authority is advising that the Flood Watch – Watercourse Flooding message issued on January…
Proposed Land Disposition
- January 6, 2023
The Hamilton Conservation Authority has identified the parcel of land at 60 Arbour Road as…
Lakeland Pool Summer Positions
- December 21, 2022
To be considered for an interview All Applicants must submit proof of the Province of…
Wild Waterworks Summer Positions
- December 21, 2022
Make your summer job a summer to remember! Wild Waterworks outdoor waterpark has begun accepting…
Heavy Equipment Operator/AZ Driver
- December 14, 2022
The Hamilton Conservation Authority currently has a Full-time opportunity for a Heavy Equipment Operator/AZ Driver…
Current Impacts of Bill 23
- December 14, 2022
Monday December 12, 2022 - With the recent passing of Bill 23, More Homes Built…
Historical Interpreter (Museum Educator)
- December 6, 2022
Historical Interpreter (Museum Educator) at Westfield Heritage Village Conservation Area Job Description The Historical Interpreter…
December Board of Directors and Conservation Advisory Board Meetings Cancelled
- November 21, 2022
The December1 Board of Directors and December 8 Conservation Advisory Board Meetings have been cancelled.…
Dear Premier Ford: Let’s reconsider Bill 23
- November 14, 2022
Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) is asking the Ford government to pause and reconsider Bill 23,…
Increased water conservation urged within the Hamilton Conservation Authority watershed
- October 20, 2022
Due to worsening conditions, the Hamilton Low Water Response Team has now declared a Level…
Skilled Labourer
- October 14, 2022
The Hamilton Conservation Authority currently has a 1 Year Contract opportunity for a Skilled Labourer…
First Wetland Completed at New Saltfleet Conservation Area, Trails Open to Public September 23
- September 20, 2022
A milestone in the development of the new Saltfleet Conservation Area on Hamilton’s east mountain…
West Nile Virus in Hamilton
- September 9, 2022
West Nile Virus in Hamilton As of September 9, 2022, the risk of West Nile…
New Conservation Land on East Mountain Purchased by HCA for Wetland Creation
- June 3, 2022
More nature enjoyment and wetland creation on the east mountain is in store following the…
Visitors should be aware of coyotes at Eramosa Karst
- April 8, 2022
A coyote showing signs of protecting its territory has been reported in the Eramosa Karst…
Funding Available to Decommission Abandoned Water Wells
- March 22, 2022
Landowners in the City of Hamilton may be eligible to receive financial assistance to decommission…
2021 Annual Report released
- March 4, 2022
Message from HCA’s Board Chairman, Councillor Lloyd Ferguson, and HCA CAO, Lisa Burnside Full 2021…