Credit Valley Conservation (CVC), the Town of Halton Hills and Halton Region, along with local residents and community leaders invite the community to celebrate the launch of the Acton Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan (SNAP) with a fun, family-friendly community event on Saturday, May 9, at Prospect Park.
Participate in free interactive activities, experience live animal interactions with Scales Nature Park, enjoy complimentary food and drinks, explore the Action Plan and connect with local community groups.
Acton SNAP Action Plan
The Action Plan, funded by Halton Region and endorsed by the CVC Board and Town Council in March 2026, is a community-focused plan that highlights opportunities to enhance the local environment. The Acton SNAP is also part of the Fairy Lake Revival initiative and advances recommendations from CVC’s Black Creek Subwatershed Study and Halton Region’s Total Phosphorus Offset Strategy.
“We want to keep Acton healthy, beautiful and thriving for everyone,” says Mayor Ann Lawlor. “That’s why the Town is partnering with Credit Valley Conservation and Halton Region to launch the Acton Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan, helping the community become greener and more resilient.”
Input from more than 870 Acton residents at 18 events in 2025 helped shape the four goals and 22 priority actions of the plan. These actions will focus on improving the health of Fairy Lake, Black Creek, Bovis Creek and nearby natural areas, while also increasing climate resilience in Acton.
“The Acton SNAP is shaped by local voices and reflects the community’s priorities. It empowers residents, organizations and partners to take practical steps toward sustainability,” says Terri LeRoux, Chief Administrative Officer at CVC and longtime Acton resident. “It underscores our shared commitment to achieving meaningful results in the community.”
“Halton Region is proud to join Credit Valley Conservation, the Town of Halton Hills and Acton residents in transforming community ideas into meaningful action that will protect the natural heritage systems and water resources of Fairy Lake, Black Creek, Bovis Creek and nearby natural areas—creating a shared vision for a greener, stronger and more sustainable Acton for future generations,” says Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr.
Get Involved in Your Community
By building on existing environmental momentum, the Acton SNAP brings together local passion and long‑term planning so that everyone can contribute to a thriving, sustainable future.
Learn more about the Action Plan at cvc.ca/ActonSNAP.
Acton SNAP Launch Celebration Event Details
Join CVC, the Town, Bird Friendly Halton Hills and local partners for a fun, family-friendly community event.
- Date: Saturday, May 9 at 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Location: Prospect Park, 30 Park Avenue, Acton, ON
- Registration is recommended: cvc.ca/ActonSnapEvents
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Caption: Community members celebrating the success planting native trees and shrubs at Tanners Woodlot.
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About Acton SNAP
The Acton Sustainable Neighbourhood Action Plan (SNAP) is a collaborative initiative led by Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) in partnership with the Town of Halton Hills and Halton Region – CVC’s fourth SNAP, the second in the Town of Halton Hills and funded by Halton Region. Focused on the Acton community, SNAP engages residents, schools, businesses and community groups to implement local actions that build climate resilience, protect natural assets, enhance neighbourhood green spaces and support sustainability goals. By working together, SNAP helps create healthier, more vibrant communities for today and future generations. Visit cvc.ca/ActonSNAP to learn about the project, upcoming events and how to get involved.
About Halton Region
The Regional Municipality of Halton serves more than 650,000 residents in the City of Burlington, the Town of Halton Hills, the Town of Milton and the Town of Oakville. Halton Region is committed to meeting the needs of its residents through the delivery of cost-effective, quality programs and services, including water and wastewater; Regional roads and infrastructure planning; paramedic services; waste management; public health; social assistance; children’s and seniors’ services; housing services; and emergency management. For more information, call 311, or visit halton.ca.
About the Town of Halton Hills
The Town of Halton Hills, with a population of approximately 64,000, consists of two urban centres, Georgetown and Acton, the Halton Hills Premier Gateway employment area, three hamlets – Glen Williams, Stewarttown and Norval – and several smaller settlements. Halton Hills has long been recognized for its natural beauty, active agricultural community, high quality of life and proximity to major centres, including Brampton, Mississauga and Toronto. The Town is ranked as one of the top small communities in Canada by a national magazine. Visit haltonhills.ca for more information.
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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