Blog Category Sustainability
2025 Christmas Tree Creek Restoration

Your Christmas tree may be shining brightly now, but have you ever wondered where your tree ends up after it goes curbside in the new year? Did you know it could contribute to a water quality and habitat improvement project…
Sustainable Gift Giving

Another holiday season is here, and with it comes the big question of what to get for friends and family. Not to worry! We have some great, sustainable tips and ideas to share with you! Experience Trying to avoid giving…
Building Better Buffers: Part II

Earlier this year, our Building Better Buffers blog shared the importance of streamside vegetation. Hamilton Watershed Stewardship Program (HWSP) staff have also been bringing this important message to landowners in the Spencer Creek watershed, to make new connections and enact…
Building Better Buffers

For over 30 years, HCA has supported landowners enhancing and restoring natural areas on their properties through free services provided by their Hamilton Watershed Stewardship Program (HWSP). As we continue to support landowners in their conservation efforts, we are pleased…
Boat Rinse: Clean, Drain, Dry!

As of 2022, boaters are now required by law to remove any aquatic plants, animals, or debris from their boats before transporting them over land under the Invasive Species Act. Learn how to protect our lakes and rivers with simple Clean,…
Fifty Point Achieves Diamond Elite Rating

The marina at Fifty Point Conservation Area recently received a Diamond Elite rating from the Ontario Clean Marine Program. This is the highest honour that can be achieved under the program. What is the Clean Marine Program? Fifty Point is…
