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Main Office: Temporary Closure of Accessible Parking

Category: Current HCA News

Historical Interpreter (Museum Educator)

The Hamilton Conservation Authority has a casual employment opportunity for a Historical Interpreter (Museum Educator) Westfield Heritage Village Conservation Area Westfield Heritage Village is an over 150-hectare property within the City of Hamilton, midway between Cambridge and Hamilton near Rockton....

Aquatic Biology Technician – (Two positions)

Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) is seeking two Aquatic Biology Technicians for 9-week fixed-term casual positions supporting the Hamilton Natural Areas Inventory (NAI) Project. The Natural Areas Inventory (NAI) project is an inventory of significant natural areas in the City of...

Aquatic Biologist

Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) is seeking an Aquatic Biologist for a 14-week fixed-term casual position supporting the Hamilton Natural Areas Inventory (NAI) Project. The Natural Areas Inventory (NAI) project is an inventory of significant natural areas in the City of...

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Hamilton Conservation Authority acquires more than 200 acres of provincially significant natural lands

Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) is taking a significant step toward protecting natural heritage with the acquisition of more than 200 acres of environmentally significant land near Valens Lake and Fletcher Creek Conservation Areas. The purchase is HCA’s largest land acquisition...

Christie Lake Conservation Area Reopens August 1

Update: July 31, 2026 Christie Lake Conservation Area will reopen on Saturday, August 1 at 9 AM. As part of the reopening, additional portable washrooms will be available at the beach area and the former Lakeside Pavilion site to support...

CANCELLATION of FLOOD WATCH – Inland Lake and River Flooding – July 29, 2026

The Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) is advising that the Flood Watch – Inland Lake and River Flooding message that was issued on July 27, 2026 has now been cancelled. There are no active messages currently. For further information or questions...

Main Office: Temporary Closure of Accessible Parking

Accessible parking at our main office is temporarily unavailable this week while building maintenance is underway. Maintenance equipment and contractor vehicles required to complete the work are occupying the accessible parking area. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your...

New Wind Phone Offers a Place for Connection in Dundas Valley Conservation Area

Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) is pleased to announce the installation of a Wind Phone at Dundas Valley Conservation Area, creating a quiet space for reflection, remembrance, and connection. Wind Phones have been established around the world as places where people...

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Westfield’s Dairy Delicious returns with Milk and Honey!

Join Westfield Heritage Village for Milk and Honey: A Dairy Delicious Day, on Sunday, August 2 and Monday, August 3, from 10 AM to 4 PM. This family-friendly event explores the history, science, and traditions of dairy and honey production...