Red Admiral Butterflies are on the Move
You may have noticed more butterflies this spring, compared to recent years. If so, you’re not imagining it! […] … Continue reading
News & Blog
Read the latest blogs and news from Credit Valley Conservation.
Transforming Lawns to Landscapes
In recent years, there’s been a lot of press about “No-Mow May”, a call-to-action urging us to leave … Continue reading
Enhancing Your Experience at Ken Whillans
We are excited to reopen the Ken Whillans Conservation Area for the 2024 season this weekend. Come explore … Continue reading
Coexisting With The Cold-Blooded
April showers bring spring critters! Warming weather means the return of our cold-blooded friends: reptiles and amphibians. Though … Continue reading
Natural Cover in the Watershed
Five-part Series Highlighting the Top Stories of the Watershed Plan We’re continuing our five-part series highlighting the top … Continue reading
What to Prune Now
In most cases, pruning trees and shrub is best done before they “wake up” from their winter dormancy … Continue reading
Bur Oak
Quercus macrocarpa Planting native oak trees helps combat the lack of habitat caused by invasive species in our … Continue reading
Invasives
Neighbourhood Watch Be on the lookout! Invasive species can have detrimental effects on natural areas and our own … Continue reading
Credit Valley Conservation Named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers
April 16, 2024—Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) has received the title of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers (2024) for … Continue reading
Join Credit Valley Conservation at the Pits to Parks Open House
Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) invites the community to attend the Pits to Parks Open House on April 18 … Continue reading
Restoring Two Former Pits to Parks
The Pits to Parks Restoration Project We’re planning to ecologically restore two former aggregate sites in Caledon, Pinchin … Continue reading
Incredible Insects: Tiny, But Mighty
Do you count yourself among the many that fear bugs? A fear of insects is one of the … Continue reading
Protect Bugs to Protect Birds
Migratory Birds Return to Southern Ontario With spring comes the return of migratory birds to southern Ontario. You’ll … Continue reading
How More Trees can Protect Your Community
Trees are Watershed Heroes Planting a tree is a simple action with a lot of benefits. Trees in … Continue reading
Agroforestry: Farms and Forests Working as One
This is part three of our five-part Farm Gate series about agricultural projects that are supported by the … Continue reading
Fascinating Fish Species in the Credit River Watershed
If you’re familiar with fish species found in the Credit River, then you’ve likely heard of brook trout … Continue reading
The Crane Gathering Space is Taking Shape
Building the First Placemaking Space Along the Credit Valley Trail If you have visited Island Lake Conservation Area … Continue reading
Spring Cleaning
If you have a bird box in your yard, now is the time to give it a thorough … Continue reading
Gray Dogwood
Cornus racemosa The dense branches of gray dogwood provide excellent cover for many songbirds looking to rest or … Continue reading
Home Tweet Home
Different bird species like to build their nests in different places. You’re most likely to find an American … Continue reading
Public Service Announcement: Spring Safety Message: Be Safe Near Waterways
March 8, 2024 – Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is reminding residents of the dangers that exist near rivers … Continue reading