Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is planning a controlled grassland burn at Upper Credit Conservation Area, 20073 Porterfield Road, Alton. The burn will take place on a single day between March 30 and May 15, 2026, depending on weather and site conditions.
The park will be closed the day of the burn, with no access to the parking lot or trails.
“Controlled burns are carefully planned fires used to create, maintain and protect prairie and grassland habitats,” said Kate Hayes, Senior Manager, Ecosystem Restoration and Management at CVC. “They help native plants grow while reducing invasive species and are conducted by fire experts to minimize impacts to wildlife and surrounding habitats.”
The goal of the controlled burn is to remove invasive, non-native plants so a healthy native grassland with diverse species can thrive.
Under ideal weather conditions, smoke from the controlled burn will rise without impacting surrounding properties. However, changing weather conditions could cause smoke to temporarily reach nearby homes or businesses. As a precaution, neighbours are encouraged to close windows and doors on the day of the burn. People with sensitivity to smoke, especially young children and older adults, are encouraged to stay indoors at the time of the burn.
For more information and updates, visit cvc.ca/UCburn.
About Credit Valley Conservation
Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) is a local conservation authority established by the Ontario government in 1954 to protect, restore and enhance the natural environment of the Credit River Watershed. Our watershed is defined by the area of land where all rainfall, snowmelt and runoff drains into lands and waters flowing into the Credit River. CVC creates connections between people and nature, knowledge and action. We inspire a deep appreciation for the role of nature in keeping people connected, healthy and happy. CVC is a member of Conservation Ontario.
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