Analysis of Present and Future Carbon Storage in the Forests of the Credit River Watershed
Using inventory data, the total tons of carbon stored in Credit River watershed’s forests and plantations was estimated, and predicted up to 2030.
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Assessment of Standards and Systems for Quality and RiskManagement for Stormwater Infrastructure in light of Existing andFuture Climate Change Impacts
Report assessing the existing standards for stormwater management and their ability to integrate floodresiliency and climate change solutions with the aim to support Partners in building stormwater systemresilience.
Business Case for Natural Assets in the Region of Peel: Benefits to Municipalities and Local Communities
This study uses two case study locations in Peel Region to make a business case for the management of natural assets under various risk and climate change scenarios. Appendices 1-3 of the report describe the Rapid Condition Assessment Methodology developed by CVC.
Carbon Storage in Forests within the Credit River Watershed
A factsheet summarizing results of estimates of current and future carbon stored by forests and plantations in the Credit River watershed.
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Conservation Authority Natural Heritage System for the City of Brampton: Appendix A – Maps
Appendix A of “Conservation Authority Natural Heritage System for the City of Brampton: Final Technical Report”. Includes maps associated with the development of the Conservation Authority Natural Heritage System in the City of Brampton.
Conservation Authority Natural Heritage System for the City of Brampton: Final Technical Report
Report documenting the methodology used by CVC and TRCA to combine their respective natural heritage systems to map a Conservation Authority Natural Heritage System in the City of Brampton. The report includes recommendations for implementation for the City to consider when updating the natural heritage system in their official plan.
Credit River Fisheries Management Plan
This document establishes fish community objectives and provides a wide range of recommendations to protect, enhance and rehabilitate the aquatic ecosystem of the Credit River Watershed.
Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System: Appendix A – Maps
Appendix A of “Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System: Final Technical Report”. Includes maps associated with development and identification of the Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System for Phase 3 of the Natural Heritage System Strategy.
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Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System: Example Natural Heritage System Implementation Policies
Example policies that can be referenced by CVC and considered by municipalities to assist with implementation of the Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System and promote a more consistent approach to natural heritage system planning across the watershed.
Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System: Final Technical Report
Report documenting Phase 3 of the Natural Heritage System Strategy for the Credit River Watershed. Phase 3 includes developing the methodology for and identifying a Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System that integrates terrestrial and aquatic components.
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Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System: Frequently Asked Questions
Document outlining answers to frequently asked questions relating to the Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System, it’s development, and how it will be implemented.
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Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System: Recommendations for Implementation
Report documenting Phase 4 of the Natural Heritage System Strategy for the Credit River Watershed. Phase 4 includes the recommendations for implementation of the Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System, including short term, long term, and ongoing actions.
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Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System: Summary Report
Summary version of “Credit River Watershed Natural Heritage System: Final Technical Report”.
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Credit River Watershed Plant Species List
This is an updated list of natural or naturalized vascular plant species that are currently confirmed as present in Credit Valley Conservation’s jurisdiction. Their presence has been confirmed in the last 20 years (between 2001 and 2021)
Credit Valley Conservation Watershed Report Card 2023
CVC has prepared this report card as a summary of the state of forests and water resources in the Credit River Watershed.
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Credit Valley Conservation’s Integrated Watershed Monitoring Program – Biennial Report 2014 and 2015
This report is a summary of the data collected for CVC’s Integrated Watershed Monitoring Program (IWMP) in 2014 and 2015.
Credit Valley Conservation’s Integrated Watershed Monitoring Program – Biennial Report 2016 and 2017
This report is a summary of the data collected for CVC’s Integrated Watershed Monitoring Program (IWMP) in 2016 and 2017.
CVC Sustainable Forest Management Plan (2021-2040)
CVC’s Sustainable Forest Management Plan (SFMP) provides direction for forest management for the next 20 years (2021- 2040), with a review and update scheduled for 2030. The overarching goal of the SFMP is to maintain and restore forest health, improve biodiversity and strengthen the resilience of forests in the watershed – on lands owned by CVC, municipal partners, and private landowners.
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CVC’s Climate Change Strategy 2019-2023
Our Climate Change Strategy guides action with our partners, within our community and corporately.
Developing a Stormwater Quality Management Standard (QMS) in Light of a Changing Climate
This report was conducted to understand the role and scope of a risk and quality management standard that could be developed to assist municipalities, engineers and other professional practitioners in designing, operating, maintaining and continuously improving stormwater management systems—both today and in light of a changing climate.