About the 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.
Our Vision
A healthy watershed for everyone.
Our Mission
To lead in the conservation of our watershed and connect people to nature.
We do more than just operate conservation areas! Conservation Authorities are local, community-based public sector organizations that are provincially legislated by the Conservation Authorities Act which was originally passed in 1946. The establishment of the Conservation Authorites Act was in response to extensive flooding, erosion, deforestation and soil loss resulting from poor land, water and forestry management practices in earlier years. Key areas of Conservation Authority activity include:
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