News & Alerts

HCA Statement on Provincial Conservation Authority Consolidation Announcement

Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) acknowledges the March 10, 2026, announcement from the Province of Ontario outlining its plan to consolidate the province’s 36 conservation authorities into nine regional conservation authorities. This decision follows last year’s Environmental Registry posting. Under the...

DZ Septic Truck Driver

The Hamilton Conservation Authority currently has a 1 Year Contract opportunity for a DZ Septic Truck Driver The DZ Septic Truck Driver’s main duty includes the operation of our septic waste haulage truck for our HCA owned and operated facilities...

Picture of Woodend building, built of limestone, with snow on the roof and surrounding forest.

HCA Board Reacclaims Councillor Brad Clark as Chair

At its Annual General Meeting on February 5, the Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) Board of Directors reacclaimed Councillor Brad Clark as Chair. Susan Fielding was also reacclaimed as Vice Chair. The HCA Board is composed of 11 members appointed by...

New Campground Loop at Valens Lake Conservation Area

Project summary A new campground loop is being added at Valens Lake Conservation Area, as identified in the 2019 Valens Lake Master Plan. The new campground is located west of the existing Cedars camp area. The new campground loop will...

children in a creek with nets and boots on in the middle of a green summery forest.

Summer Adventure Awaits!

School’s out, and adventure is in! Registration is now open for Adventures in the Valley Summer Camp, located in the Dundas Valley Conservation Area. Children aged 7 to 12 will get outdoors to explore, learn, and have fun in nature....

Experience the Sweet Magic of Maple Syrup Season at Westfield Heritage Village!

Reservations are now open Maple Syrup Season at Westfield Heritage Village! This family favourite event takes place on Sundays, March 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29, and March Break days, Wednesday, March 18, and Thursday, March 19. Witness firsthand how...