p. 1 1. Media Release for the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation

TOWNSHIP OF ESSA
CONSENT AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2014
A -ITEMS RECEIVED AS INFORMATION
p. 1
1. Media Release for the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) dated September
8, 2014, re : Gayle Wood Joins NVCA as Interim CAO.
p. 2
2. Correspondence from the Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management dated
September 8, 2014, re: Approval of Emergency as an Exercise.
p.4
3. Fact Sheet "Mandatory Septic Inspection Programs".
p. 9
4. County Council Update - Issue 69 August 2014.
p. 13
5. Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) Update - September 2014.
B - ITEMS RECEIVED AND REFERRED TO SERVICE AREA FOR ACTION
None to be presented.
C - ITEMS RECEIVED AND REFERRED TO SERVICE AREA FOR REVIEW AND REPORT TO
COUNCIL
None to be presented .
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Gayle Wood joins NVCA as interim CAO
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Utopia, Ontario, September 8, 2014 - The Nottawasaga Valley
Conservation Authority (NVCA) board of directors is pleased to announce
that Gayle Wood will join the authority as interim Chief Administrative
Officer starting in October.
"We are excited that someone of Gayle's calibre has agreed to step into
the CAO position," said Nina Bifolchi, Wasaga Beach Councillor and Chair
of NVCA. "The board is confident that with her wealth of experience, Gayle
will be a significant asset to NVCA during this period of transition and
moving forward."
Cwi!lhnbufY
Collingwood
Ms. Wood has a long and impressive career in integrated watershed
management. Ms. Wood is set to retire from the CAO position at Lake
Simcoe Region Conservation Authority (LSRCA), a position she has held for
nearly two decades.
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In addition to her time at LSRCA, Ms. Wood has worked with the provincial
ministries of Natural Resources and Environment, and with the Niagara
Peninsula and Ganaraska Region conservation authorities. Her work on
watershed management has extended beyond the province. Ms. Wood has
trained delegates from China, Thailand and several other countries, and
continues to serve on the International Joint Commission's Water Quality
Board.
Ms. Wood takes over from Wayne Wilson, who had been in the role for the
past 22 years. She is expected to serve as CAO for the next six months,
and will guide the search for a permanent successor.
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public agency dedicated to the preservation of a healthy environment
through specialized programs to protect, conserve and enhance our water,
wetlands, forests and lands. www.nvca.on.ca
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Hi Cynthia Hope all is well up in Essa! Here is the approved co py of your emergency as an exercise
submission. Congratulations that's a big part of compliance complete!!! Take care JoAnn
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Sent: September-08-14 3:28 PM
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Subject: RE: Essa township
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Sent: September-02-14 8:45 AM
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Subject: Essa township
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Amendments have been made to the Ontario
Building Code through Ontario Regulation 315/10
requiring the establishment of mandatory "on-site
sewage system" (septic system) in spection
program s.
Th ese amendments support the Clean Water and
Lake Simcoe Protection Acts.
Thi s fact sheet ha s been developed to reduce the
confusion around septic inspection requirements for
the two program s and offer reso urces to support
you in deve loping inspection program s.
Clean Water Act
Building Code omendments requiring septic
inspection programs support the Clean
Water and Lake Simcoe Prote ction Acts.
The Clean Water Act, which passed in 2006,
identifies se ptic system s as one of the 21 potential
significant threats to drinking water. The Ontario Buildin g Code was amended in respon se. It requires
septic in spection programs to identify systems that aren't being maintained properly and therefore
pose a public health threat.
Lake Simcoe Protection Act
The Lake Simcoe Protection Act pa ssed in 2009 and identifies septic system s located near shorelines
and other water courses as threats to the water quality of Lake Simcoe. The Ontario Building Code
was amended in response. It requires se ptic inspection programs for system s near watercourses in
the Lake Simcoe watershed .
Why the Focus on Septic Systems?
Septic system s, when properl y de signed, con structed and
maintained, effectively reduce or eliminate most human health
or environmental threats posed by pollutants in household
wastewater. However, they require regular maintenance or they
can fail.
Failed system s pose a serious public health ri sk and can
contaminate the surrounding ground and water, and enter
drinking water systems far beyond the property boundaries.
There is significant potential to cause se riou s illness and even death.
Property owners should have
th eir septic systems inspected
every three to five years.
The changes to the Ontario
Building Code make sure this is
happening and give public
officials the ability to
"take action for inaction ".
Property owners should be having their se ptic systems in spected every three to five years . Thi s
change to the Ontario Building Code gives public officials the responsibility for en suring th is is
happening as well as the ability to take action if this is not the case.
This table ca ptures th e highlights of th e t wo se ptic inspection program s. This is a guid ance document;
it's not mea nt to be all-inclusive of every circum stance or requirement . Reso urces for furth er
inform ation are contained within.
Are all se ptic system s
subject to the in spection
requirement s?
How can I find out
exactly which se ptic
system s are impacted?
What are th e timelines?
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Clean Water Act
No, only those se ptic system s
located in vulnerabl e areas, w here
they have a vulnerability sco re of
10 - which identifies them as
potential significant threats.
Each municipality has already been
sent the mapping. Contact your
local Conservation Authority or
Source Protection Authority if you
have troubl e locati ng it.
All sept ic system s mu st be
in spected within fi ve years of when
the Source Water Technical
Assessment Repo rts were
approved (January 19, 2012). That
mean s you have until January 19,
2017 to complete your in spections.
La ke Si mcoe Protection Act
No, only those septic system s located
within 100 metres of the Lake Simcoe
shoreline or any of the pond s or
watercourses that flo w into Lake
Simcoe.
Ministry of Municipal Affairs and
Hou sing, 777 Bay St. 2nd floor,
Toronto, ON
phon e: 416.5 85.6666
fa x: 416.585.7531
e-mail: [email protected]
Th e in spection program is being
rolled out in two phases.
Ph ase 1 is for se ptic system s located
w ithin 100 metres of the Lake Simcoe
shoreline.
Pha se 2 is for lo cation s as specified in
Ontario Regulation 315/10 of the
Ontario Building Code :
http ://www.elaws. gov. on .ca!htm I/so u rce!regs! eng
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Phase 1: For se ptic systems
con structed before January 1, 2011,
the in spection need s to occur by
January 1, 2016. For se ptic systems
constructed on or after January 1,
2011, the in spection needs to occur
within five years of con struction .
Pha se 2: For septic systems
con struct ed before January 1, 2016,
the in spection needs to occur by
January 1, 2021. For se ptic system s
constructed on or after January 1,
2016, th e in spection needs to occur
within 5 years of construction.
For more information, talk with your local Source Protection Authority contact:
Lakes Simcoe and Couchiching!Black River: Susan Jagm inas, 800-465-0437, ext. 264 or s. jagmina s@ lsrca.on.ca
Nottawasaga Valley: Ryan Post, 705-424-1479, ext. 249 or [email protected]
Severn Sound: Keith Sherman, 705-527-5166, ext. 206_or ksherman@midland .ca
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What does a se ptic
in spection entail?
What information do I have
to collect for compliance
reporting?
W hat happen s after that?
Who pays for the septic
in spection?
Is there anything else I
should know?
What other resources are out
there?
Clean Water Act
Lake Simcoe Protection Act
The Min istry of Mun icipal Affa irs and Hou sin g has set out a progres sive
approach to maintenance in spections for sewage system s. Initial
in spection s are designed to be non-intru sive tests. Where concerns are
identified, additional test s may follow. Full details can be found in their
f act sheet: htt~U:Lwww. m a h .gov .on .c a LA sse t 9 15 8. a sQx.
Specific annual reporting
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs
and Hou sing has created a
requirements have not been
determined, but at the very least, document that provides gu idance
you should be tracking the total
on th e information that shou Id be
number of systems, th e number
recorded during an in spection and
of system s inspected, th e number kept on file :
of pa ss/fail in spections, and the
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action s taken to remed iate any
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failed system s.
All septic system s subject to inspection s need to be re-inspected at
lea st every five years after that.
It is up to each municipality how they wi sh to recoup their cost s from
the landowner.
The information contained within The Ministry of Municipal Affairs
the Source Water Technical
and Hou sing govern s th e Building
Assessment Reports is subject to
Code Act and its Regu lation s and
change as new municipal we lls
updates it regu larly. Please ensure
are con structed and oth ers taken
you are always working from the
off line. Please always work from
latest vers ion.
the latest version of the
Assessment Reports that can be
found on lin e at
www.ourwatershed.ca.
The Mini stry of Municipal Affairs and Hou sing has created a document
to assist w ith developing you r own inspection program :
httQ :Llwww. ma h. gov.on. caLAsset 9158. aS Qx.
We've also developed an Implementation Guide that contain s ca se
studies and temp lates you can also use. See:
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Lakes Simcoe and Couchiching/Black River: Susan Jagminas, 800-465-0437, ext. 264 or s. jagminas@ lsrca.on .ca
Nottawasaga Valley: Ryan Post, 705-424-1479, ext. 249 or [email protected] .ca
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COUNTY COUNCIL
ISSUE 69 I August 2014
County of Simcoe Warden Cal Patterson, second from right, was joined by County of Simcoe Health and Emergency Services General Manager Jane Sinclair, Minister of MuniCipal Affairs and Housing Ted McMeekin, left, and a representative from the Association of Municipalities Ontario for the official presentation of the Peter J. Marshall Award.
County sets bar for long-term care
Receives prestigious award for Georgian Village redevelopment
The County of Simcoe
received the prestigious Peter
J. Marshall Award from the
Association ofMunicipalities Ontario (AMO) for the
Georgian Village Redevelopment project.
CORPORATE COMMUNICAT10NS
Allan Greenwood, Editor
Director, Corporate Communications
Allan.Green'[email protected]
705-726-9300 Extension 1230
"It was a huge honour to be
recognized by the province
during the grand opening
of the faci lity, and we are
extremely proud thatAMO
has also recognized Georgian
Village as a tremendous, effiText: Municipal and media
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cient and innovative achievement," said Warden Cal
Patterson. "Georgian Village
represents the future of seniors care in our province and
demonstrates County Council's commitment to offering
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our residents world-class
services, while maintaining
strong fiscal responsibility. I
congratulate County staff and
partners who worked so hard
to achieve this award."
Colltinued on Page 2
Cal Patterson, Warden
Mark Aitken, Chief Administrative Officer
The County Clerk's Dept. maintains the official record lor all
County government proceedings. This publication is intended
to identify highlights of Committee and Counci l meetings.
PAGE 2 C:OUNlY COUNCIL UPDATE
More hardware
for County's SWM
Department receives pair of awards from
Solid Waste Association of North America
The County's Doug Thornton, left, and Willma Bureau accepted awards
from the Solid Waste Association of North America for the County's Solid
Waste Management programs.
The County of Simcoe was recently named recipient of two prestigious awards by the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA). The County
received a Gold Award in the Marketing category for
the It's Coming marketing campaign and a Bronze
Award in the Landfill Remediation category for remedial work at the former Creemore Landfill Site #25 .
"It is a tremendous honour to have our Sol id Waste
Management programs recognized on a North American level," said Warden Cal Patterson. "We continue
to show leadership and commitment to improving
services, reducing costs and lowering our impact on
the environment. I congratulate the entire Sol id Waste
Management team."
SWANA's Excellence Awards program recognizes
outstanding solid waste programs and fac ilities with
environmentally and economically sound solid waste
management practices.
Long -Term Care
Continued from Page 1
The Peter J. Marshall
Award recognizes those
municipal governments
demonstrating excellence
in the use of innovative approaches to improve capital
and/or operating efficiency,
and those that generate effectiveness through alternative service delivery initiatives and partnerships.
The Award's objective
is to showcase instances
where Ontario municipalities have implemented and
can demonstrate tangible
outcomes from new, more
cost effective ways of pro-
viding public services and
life they are in. Spanning
facilities.
20 acres, Georgian Village
Georgian Village is the
houses between 300-400
County's new seniors
seniors and features 143
lifestyle
fullyaccredcommunity
ited long"Georgian Village
in the Town
term
care
represents the future of
ofPenetan- seniors care in our province beds.
guishene.
This new
and demonstrates County
With a
facility
will
Council's commitment to
focus on
help address
offering our residents
aging-inwait time
world-class services"
place, Georneeds for
WardenCoJ Patterson
gian Village
long-term
campus
care beds
offers a continuum ofhous- across the County, and ofing options to help seniors
fers increased retirement
find the kind of care they
housing options for the
need for whatever stage of
region's aging population.
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The County's submission
for the Peter J. Marshall
award included:
• LEED energy efficient as·
pects and design elements
• Economies of scale in operations, resulting in reduc·
tions to operating cests
• Frve housing options to
create self·sustainability and
efficiency for residents
• Implementation of cem·
munity·based outreach
programs and avariety
of services that include
membership fees
• Partnerships I'.ith public and
prwate sector organizations
Fundraising
initiatives
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COUNTY COUNCIL UPDATE PAGE 3
Ontario Works case load
decreased in 2013
Economic recovery offering shift in trend
The County of Simcoe is
the Consolidated Municipal
Service Manager for the
delivery of Ontario Works,
which includes both financial and employment support services to the residents
ofthe County of Simcoe as
well as the cities of Barrie
and Orillia.
Financial and employment services are provided
at five satellite offices in
Alliston, Barrie, Collingwood, Midland, and Orillia,
with sub-offices in the Town
of Bradford and Angus to
further enhance access to
Ontario Works services for
residents in the County of
Simcoe.
The 2013 Ontario Works
Caseload and Economic
Indicators Report provides
the most up to date infonna-
tion relating to the number
of individuals in receipt of
social assistance, as well
as local and provincial data
about economic climate and
labour trends.
In addition, the report
provides data for Simcoe
County, as well as comparative data to the province.
Stabilization in the Ontario Works caseload was
evident in 20 II, when less
than a 1% caseload increase was witnessed in a
year-over-year comparison
between December 2011
and December 2012.
There, there was a caseload decrease of 4.58%
between December 20 12
and December 2013.
The Ontario Works caseload has experienced moderate increase in the past few
years, with 2013 showing
the first overall decrease
across all months, and this
further illustrates the movement toward economic
recovery.
When comparing the
percentage of individuals in
receipt of social assistance
against population, 2.5% of
the estimated population of
the County of Simcoe was
in receipt of social assistance as of December 2013,
while the provincial average
was 3.4%.
For those individuals in
receipt of social assistance in
Simcoe County, the average
time on assistance has been
consistently less than the Ontario average for each of the
five years in the comparison
period of2009 - 2013.
CCW 14-307
Summer 20 14 ti mber sales
In order to maintain forest health, improve timber
values, and achieve other
objectives identified within
the 20-year Forest Management Pian, approximately
500 to 600 hectares of the
County Forests are harvested annually.
Each forest compartment
identified in the operating
plan is assessed by Forestry
staff and, if warranted, a
prescription is prepared detailing the manner in which
it is to be treated. Much
ofthe timber is processed
locally, contributing to the
local economy.
The competitive bidding
process resulted in multiple
bids and very good prices
for all tendered sales.
The $418,755 in revenue will be applied to the
forestry reserve, which is
reinvested in forestry operations and acquisition of
additional forest lands.
CCW 14-322
County
endorses
trail strategy
The Simcoe County
Trails Strategy outlines
a vision and the steps
necessary to establish a
well-connected regional
trail network spanning the
entire County.
In development since
20 II, the Trails Strategy
has undergone extensive
stakeholder consultation
and aims to develop a
world-class network of
trails, connecting settlements and places of interest.
This will enable residents
and visitors to enjoy the
County's vast geography
and diverse history, while
at the same time expanding active transportation
options.
This initiative stems from
2009 when the Simcoe
Muskoka District Health
Unit commenced a study
to provide an overview
of trails within Simcoe
County.
The Trails Strategy also
supports the Transportation
Master Plan update currently under way, which
has a particular focus on
developing active transportation infrastructure within
Simcoe County.
CCW 14-289
ri.;}GE 4 COUNTY COUNCIL UPDATE
Museum
Update
County develops
EDO subcommittee
Representatives to provide strategic direction
County Council adopted
the I O-year Regional Economic Development and
Tourism Strategy for the
County of Simcoe in 2011.
The strategy, which guides
much of the work undertaken by the Economic Development and Tourism staff,
contains 38 recommendations with time lines and
identifies potential partners.
One of those recommendations includes the creation
of an Economic Development Subcommittee, which
will help provide strategic
direction regarding the need
to understand and articulate
the value proposition for
Simcoe County, support the
diversity of a large geographic area and population
while balancing the different
perspectives and opportunities, and improve market
readiness
The subcommittee will be
tasked with the creation of
an Industry Advisory Board
to provide strategic advice
to the subcommittee helping ensure the needs and
perspectives of local industry and business are given
adequate consideration.
A number of advancements have been made to
support economic development in the region but more
is required if the County of
Simcoe is to be competitive.
In addition to being complex with a variety of factors
that influence local economy, economic development
has become competitive.
Many communities are investing heavily in resources
(e.g. staff, marketing collateral, space/land inventories, land banking and
servicing, etc.) to help grow
and sustain a strong local
economy and ensure market
readiness.
CCW 14-280
Wheels and Tracks
Held June 7 and 8, this
annual event presented by
members of the Historical
Construction Equipment
Association and the Museum , welcomed more than
600 visitors each day.
Icon Unveiling
The unveiling ofthe
Huronia Lookout Icon was
held at the Museum June
16. This sculpture, given the
name Wiidookdaadiwin by
the Elders from the Chippewa Tri-Council, was unveiled to a crowd of nearly
300 people. The sculpture
is prominently displayed on
the front lawn of the Museum.
Museum After Hours
A new series of events
was initiated in July to
provide family programming on Tuesday nights.
Museum After Hours offers
a different theme each
week, and features activities
that include leather work,
identifying artifacts through
a game offact or fiction,
learning about early settler
life, and participating in a
traditional campfire activity.
This event experienced a
continued increase in attendance through August.
CCW 14-316
CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS DEPARTMENT
County of Simcoe
For media inquiries, contact [email protected]
1110 Highway 26,
Midhurst, Ontario LOL 1XO
705-726-9300
For more informatkln on the County of Simcoe
and our programs and services, please visit simcoe.ca
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SEPTEMBER 2014
Gayle Wood to join NVCA as interim CAO
The NVCA board of directors is pleased to announce that Gayle Wood will join
the authority as interim Chief Administrative Officer starting in October.
Ms. Wood has a long and impressive career in integrated watershed
management. She is set to retire from the CAO position at Lake Simcoe Region
Conservation Authority (LSRCA), a position she has held for nearly two
decades. Ms. Wood is expected to serve as CAO for the next six months, and
will guide the search for a permanent successor. (Click here to read more.)
Step into History - Festival at Fort Willow
We hope to see you this weekend,
Saturday, September 13, from 10 a.m. to
4 p.m., as Historic Fort Willow comes
alive with the Festival at the Fort.
Historical re-enactors bring to life the
day-to-day activities of British soldiers,
camp followers and First Nations people
living in Simcoe County in 1812. A great event for families, the festival's
interactive stations, children's entertainment and hands-on historical displays
are sure to please. Muster-up and march in the King's army, learn about
blacksmithing, carpentry and candle making, or listen to the cannons roar there is something for everyone!
Admission to the festival is free. There is no parking on-site, but a free shuttle
bus will run to-and-from the Grenfel Community Hall (1989 Sunnidale Rd.)
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throughout the day. For more information, visit nvca.on.ca.
Fright at the Fort - Family Fun Night
Have you ever wondered what prowls the Fort at night?
Join us on Saturday, October 18 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Historic Fort Willow for
"scary" fun for the whole family. Enjoy guided hikes, spooky stories, cool and
creepy crafts, warm drinks, and hot dogs over the fire. Take a peek at the sky
through a telescope and learn about bats, owls, reptiles and other
misunderstood creatures of the night. Admission is just $5 per person, with
kids 4 and under free. Hot dogs ($2) and free beverages will be available.
Cash only please.
Advance registration is required. Sign-up today with NVCA's education
staff at 705-424-1479 x263 or [email protected].
Funding for Farmers to Protect Natural Spaces
Farmers, rural landowners and community groups can access several funding
sources to support stewardship projects, including reforestation, invasive plant
species control, erosion control structures along stream banks and shorelines,
tile drainage control boxes, plus many more.
Species at Risk Farm Incentive Program
SARFIP is a cost-share program available to farm businesses across Ontario . It
provides funding for producers implementing Best Management Practices that
enhance and protect natural spaces on farms, supporting sustainable
production.
Forty to eighty per cent of project costs may be covered. Projects for the
period of April 1, 2014 to December 15, 2014 are currently eligible for
funding .
For more information visit ontariosoilcrop.orq or contact Brad Cranberry of the
Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association at 226-979-2465.
Lake Simcoe & South-eastern Georgian Bay
Community Stewardship Program
This program offers education and support for
rural residents and farmers, cottagers and
shoreline owners, community groups and others
living near south-eastern Georgian Bay \ .nd Lake
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Simcoe to help with projects that improve water
quality.
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You can learn more about this program's funding at nvca.on.ca or by calling
the NVCA office at 705-424-1479 x239. Or plan to attend a free Community
Stewardship Workshop, Sept. 24 at 7:00 p.m. at the Tiffin Centre. This
workshop will guide you in accessing stewardship funding under a number of
government programs. Stewardship staff from NVCA, LSRCA, Dufferin Simcoe
Land Stewardship Network, Ducks Unlimited and others will be on-hand to
answer your questions. Details and registration information is available on the
NVCA website under upcoming events.
For more on these and other stewardship funding opportunties available to
Nottawasaga Valley landowners and community groups, visit nvca .on.ca.
Survey looks at septic system use in Ontario
Complete the survey for a chance to win money towards a septic
system upgrade!
An estimated 1.2 million Ontarians rely on septic systems to dispose of the
water that leaves their sinks, showers and toilets. If you're one of those
residents, Green Communities Canada (GCC) wants to hear from you!
Complete the Septic System Survey for a chance to win $500 towards septic
system upgrades, effluent filter installation, maintenance or repairs. The
survey takes about 15 minutes to complete and can be found at
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/KXJ8N2K. Responses will be kept
anonymous.
GCC, with funding from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural
Affairs, developed the survey to learn about the types of systems in the
province, how they are used, maintained, repaired, and replaced, and how
people make decisions about their systems. The information gathered in the
survey will inform the development of a future program that will help rural
residents protect their property values, drinking water, and the environment.
The survey is available until Sept. 30, 2014. Contact Clara Blakelock,
Coordinator of Water Programs at GCC, with any questions.
Upcoming Events
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Sept. 13 - Festival at the Fort
Fort Willow Conservation Area, Grenfel, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sept. 13 - Discovering Mushrooms Guided Walk
Alliston, 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
(hosted by the Dufferin Simcoe Land Stewardship Network)
Sept. 14 - TD Tree Days - Minesing Wetlands Planting Event
Angus, 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon -- VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Sept. 16 to 20 - NVCA at the International Plowing Match
We're in the education section of this year's IPM. Stop in for a visit
if you're at the match!
Ivy, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily
Sept. 24 - Community Stewardship Workshop
Tiffin Centre for Conservation, 7: 00 to 9: 00 p. m.
Oct. 18 - Fright at the Fort
Fort Willow Conservation Area, Grenfel, 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.
For information on any of these events, visit nvca.on.ca or
call 705-424-1479.
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