Searching For Home: Wood Thrushes and Woodlots
A wood thrush. Why Wood Thrushes Need Woodlots If you’ve ever walked your land on a warm summer’s […] … Continue reading
News & Blog
Read the latest blogs and news from Credit Valley Conservation.
Credit Valley Conservation Board Opposes Provincial Plan to Consolidate Conservation Authorities
Mississauga, ON — The Board of Directors of Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) condemns the Government of Ontario’s proposal … Continue reading
Michael Palleschi Appointed Chair of CVC Board of Directors
March 20, 2026 – Brampton and Peel Regional Councillor Michael Palleschi was acclaimed as Chair of Credit Valley … Continue reading
Tropics to the Credit: Six Migratory Birds Returning This Spring
Look for These Native Bird Species The arrival of spring in the Credit River Watershed is more than … Continue reading
Celebrate Maple Season with Two Signature Events at Terra Cotta Conservation Area
Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) invites visitors to embrace the sweetness of maple season with two unique experiences at … Continue reading
Meet the Clavate Tortoise Beetle
Monitoring Work can Lead to Unexpected Discoveries Across the Credit River Watershed, we spend many hours in the … Continue reading
Three Backyard Birds Making Comebacks
Welcome Birds Back to Your Yard with Native Plants Flying High: Three Backyard Birds Making Comebacks The latest State … Continue reading
CVC Partners with Indigenous Community to Bring Ancestral Storytelling to Maple Syrup in the Park
Maple syrup season has long marked the arrival of spring in Canada, but its origins trace back to … Continue reading
Credit Valley Conservation’s Updated Regulations Mapping Approved
March 9, 2026 – At the February 20, 2026, Board of Directors Meeting, Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) Board … Continue reading
Public Service Announcement: Spring Safety Message: Be Safe Near Waterways
March 4, 2026– Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is reminding residents of the dangers that exist near rivers, streams … Continue reading
What Makes a Healthy Stream?
Four Signs of a Healthy Stream Streams are part of a connected watershed system and their health reflects … Continue reading
R is for Renew, Restore, Rejuvenate
Resources and tips for reassessing your property after winter Spring Renewals: Updating Your Winter Maintenance Plan Spring is … Continue reading
Why Sugarbushes Matter
Beyond the Maple Syrup Maple syrup season begins with that first sweet taste after a long winter. It’s … Continue reading
Exploring the Science Beneath the Snow
Winter Monitoring in the Credit River Watershed As winter conditions continue throughout the Credit River Watershed, the landscape … Continue reading
2026 Ice Fishing Derby Results
Thank you to all who participated in our Annual Ice Fishing Derby at Island Lake Conservation Area! We had … Continue reading
Perfectly Paired: Pollinators and Native Plants
Hummingbirds, like this female ruby-throated hummingbird, act as pollinators by transporting pollen on their feathers and bill. They … Continue reading
Conservation Matters: Leaders in Environmental Protection
Award Winning Work in the Credit River Watershed For our final week in our Conservation Matters: Award-Winning Work in … Continue reading
Nature’s Perfect Partners
Four Ways Wildlife Works Together in the Watershed Love takes many forms in nature. Some relationships we easily … Continue reading
Celebrate Maple Season at Terra Cotta Conservation Area: Save $2 per Ticket with Early-bird Pricing
Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) together with its charitable arm, Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF) invite residents and visitors … Continue reading
Seed Starting: Sow to Sprout
Tips and resources for starting your own native plant garden from seed Seed Starting: Pros and Cons of Pots … Continue reading
Ann Lawlor Appointed Interim Chair of CVC Board of Directors
February 5, 2026 – Town of Halton Hills and Halton Region Council member Mayor Ann Lawlor was appointed … Continue reading