Credit Valley Conservation | Protecting Nature in the Credit River Watershed

Get an extra dose of vitamin N (nature) and relax with family and friends with a picnic at one of our parks. Spaces available at Island Lake and Terra Cotta Conservation Areas.

Get Inspired by Nature

Flooded river with water levels reaching the bottom of a bridge with cars splashing water as they drive by.

Be Aware of Flood Risks Due to Thunderstorms

It's thunderstorm season, which means a higher chance of flooding, especially in urban areas.

A person filling up a glass with tap water.

Learn About Changes to Orangeville’s Drinking Water System

The of Town of Orangeville is adding a new municipal well to help meet growing drinking water needs. This requires amendments to source protection documents that protect drinking water. Learn about the proposed changes at the August 13 Public Information Centre.

Explore the New Digital Assessment Tools for Rural Landowners

Our new digital tools make it easier for landowners to assess the health of their wells, septic systems and woodlots.

River & Streams

Flood Outlook Statement

Lake Ontario Shoreline

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Low Water Conditions

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Learn more about ﬂood warning & forecasting View water levels & precipitation in real-time

Get Inspired by Nature

Flooded river with water levels reaching the bottom of a bridge with cars splashing water as they drive by.

Be Aware of Flood Risks Due to Thunderstorms

It's thunderstorm season, which means a higher chance of flooding, especially in urban areas.

A person filling up a glass with tap water.

Learn About Changes to Orangeville’s Drinking Water System

The of Town of Orangeville is adding a new municipal well to help meet growing drinking water needs. This requires amendments to source protection documents that protect drinking water. Learn about the proposed changes at the August 13 Public Information Centre.

Explore the New Digital Assessment Tools for Rural Landowners

Our new digital tools make it easier for landowners to assess the health of their wells, septic systems and woodlots.

River & Streams

Flood Outlook Statement

Lake Ontario Shoreline

Normal

Low Water Conditions

Normal

Learn more about ﬂood warning & forecasting View water levels & precipitation in real-time

Explore Our Parks & Trails

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Park Advisories

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Upper Credit River surrounded by trees with fall colours

Upper Credit Conservation Area

Boardwalk surrounded by mature trees at Silver Creek

Silver Creek Conservation Area

Two park visitors sightseeing at Rattray Marsh Conservation Area

Rattray Marsh Conservation Area

Water rippling underneath a stone bridge at Limehouse

Limehouse Conservation Area

Park visitor walking their dog on Elora Cataract Trailway.

Elora Cataract Trailway

Park visitors on bridge at Belfountain.

Belfountain Conservation Area

Parent and child fishing at the end of a pond

Ken Whillans Conservation Area

A family walks along a trail in the fall.

Terra Cotta Conservation Area

Couple canoeing at Island Lake Conservation Area with calm water, surrounding forest, and walking trail under a clear blue sky in Orangeville.

Island Lake Conservation Area

A paved asphalt trail curves through a grassy landscape beside a wooden fence, leading toward a lake.

Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area

News & Blog

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Encroaching Pests: Hemlock Woolly Adelgid and Spotted Lanternfly

Jul. 20, 2026

What you need to know and how to report them While hemlock woolly adelgid and spotted lanternfly haven’t been found in the […]

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Summer Brings Park Trails to Life

Jul. 15, 2026

Conservation Areas Support Wildlife and Provide Ecosystem Services Our conservation areas are more than places to hike. They […]

New, Hot Summers in Our Watershed

Jul. 14, 2026

The Credit River Watershed is feeling the effects of climate change. These are some of the ways we […]

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The Secret Life of Dragonflies

Jul. 7, 2026

A Sure Sign of Summer The fast flight and shimmering colours make dragonflies one of summer’s most recognizable […]

Upcoming Events

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Electrofishing Volunteer Day – Registration FullJul28

July 28 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Belfountain Conservation Area

Rain Garden MaintenanceJul28

July 28 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Our Lady of Fatima Elementary School

Rain Garden MaintenanceAug11

August 11 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Saint Joseph School

A group of people with nets wading in a body of water.

Electrofishing Volunteer Day – Registration FullAug13

August 13 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Silver Creek at Norval

Rain Garden MaintenanceAug13

August 13 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Glendale Public School

Public Consultation NoticeAug13

August 13 @ 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Tony Rose Memorial Sports Centre, 6 Northmen Way, Orangeville, ON, L9W 3B2

Acton SNAP Community Walk and Talk – Rescheduled DateAug15

August 15 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Robert Little Public School

A group of people with nets wading in a body of water.

Electrofishing Volunteer Day – Registration FullAug18

August 18 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Credit River at Norval

Cooksville SNAP Neighbourhood Walk, Talk and ConnectAug22

August 22 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

John C. Price Park – Little John Lane entrance

Rain Garden MaintenanceAug25

August 25 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Centennial Public School

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Mill Creek Trail Tree PlantingSep12

September 12 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Mill Creek Trail between Raven and Gooseberry

A person standing by a newly planted tree holding a shovel

Caledon Creek Tree PlantingSep19

September 19 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Caledon Creek