sarahgauden, Author at Hamilton Conservation Authority

Hamilton Conservation Foundation – Administrator Coordinator 3 year contact

Post author:sarahgauden
Post published:November 29, 2021
Post category:Job Opportunities

The Hamilton Conservation Authority currently has a 3-year contract opportunity for a Foundation Administrator Coordinator. Job Summary: Hamilton Conservation Foundation raises awareness, funds and resources for priority conservation projects of…

Haudenosaunee deer harvest runs Nov. 8 to Dec. 2

Post author:sarahgauden
Post published:November 1, 2021
Post category:Current HCA News

The Haudenosaunee Wildlife and Habitat Authority (HWHA) and Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) have agreed to a Specific Agreement for the 2021 season based on the existing Protocol to address the…

Board of Directors meeting agenda for Oct. 7

Post author:sarahgauden
Post published:September 30, 2021
Post category:Current HCA News

Board of Directors Meeting Thursday, October 7, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. This meeting will be held by WebEx videoconference. The meeting can be viewed live on HCA’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/HamiltonConservation…

HCA announces official opening of the Saltfleet Conservation Area Oct. 2

Post author:sarahgauden
Post published:September 30, 2021
Post category:Current HCA News

HCA is pleased to announce the official opening of the Saltfleet Conservation Area to the public on Saturday, October 2, 2021. Visitors to the area should wear appropriate footwear as…

Hamilton Conservation Foundation – Administrator Coordinator 3 year contact

Haudenosaunee deer harvest runs Nov. 8 to Dec. 2

Board of Directors meeting agenda for Oct. 7

HCA announces official opening of the Saltfleet Conservation Area Oct. 2

Current Water Levels

Water Level Explanations

Flood Status Explanations

	Normal Generally indicates low flow to base flow conditions. It should be noted that during Normal flow conditions, the inherent risk to personal safety associated with flowing water still exists.
	Level 1 Flows are below 70 percent of their normal summer low flow. Water users are asked to reduce their consumption by 10 per cent.
	Level 2 Flows are below 50 percent of their normal summer low flow. Water users are asked to reduce their consumption by 20 per cent.
	Level 3 Flows are below 30 percent of their normal summer low flow and there is potential for economic harm to water takers and/or significant harm to the ecosystem. The Water Response Team may ask the province to impose mandatory restrictions on those holding Permits to Take Water.

	Normal No flood conditions exist.
	Watershed Conditions Statement - Water Safety High flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors that could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc. Flooding is not expected.
	Watershed Conditions Statement - Flood Outlook Early notice of the potential for flooding based on weather forecasts calling for heavy rain, snow melt, high wind or other conditions that could lead to high runoff, cause ice jams, lakeshore flooding or erosion.
	Flood Watch Flooding is possible in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities, emergency services and individual landowners in flood-prone areas should prepare.
	Flood Warning Flooding is imminent or already occurring in specific watercourses or municipalities. Municipalities and individuals should take action to deal with flood conditions. This may include road closures and evacuations.