Conservation authorities are required to review their land holdings and the programs and services they deliver by the end of 2024 in accordance with O.Reg 686/21.  The resultant strategy is to:

• guide land acquisitions, development, and disposals;
• demonstrate how MVCA’s land (and easements etc.) integrate with other publicly-owned properties and enhance natural heritage in our jurisdiction;
• establish acceptable land uses and the programs and services for each site; and
• identify funding sources for those programs and services.

The strategy will also inform the design and delivery of MVCA’s programs and services by:

• providing guiding principles and objectives;
• outlining how MVCA will track progress against them;
• identifying gaps and challenges to delivering programs and services;
• development pressures, funding needs, and revenues.

Consultation Process

A Discussion Paper and Current State Report were released for review in July, with the comment period ending September 6.  A virtual information session and two surveys were used to collect feedback both on the Discussion Paper and on recreational based activities associated with conservation areas.  Thank you to all who took part!  Find the results here:  Discussion Paper Survey; Recreation Survey.

Have your say!

A DRAFT of the Land Conservation & Resource Strategy is now available for review.  The comment period ends November 22, 2024.

Sign-up for our Virtual Information Session scheduled 4:30 – 6:30 pm for October 29, 2024 during which we will present key elements of the Strategy and be available to answer questions and receive feedback.

Following the consultation period, the document will be amended as needed and rise to MVCA’s Board of Directors for approval December 9.