March 20, 2026 – Brampton and Peel Regional Councillor Michael Palleschi was acclaimed as Chair of Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) at the board meeting held Friday, March 13. He has been a member of CVC’s Board of Directors since 2015, and this marks his third term as Chair. This follows approval from the Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks for an exemption under s.17(1.3)(a) of the Conservation Authorities Act to allow up to three consecutive one-year terms for the Chair. The current limit is set at two one-year terms.
“I’m grateful for the confidence placed in me to continue as Chair for a third term at such a pivotal moment for conservation authorities,” said Councillor Palleschi. “With the Minister’s exemption, our board can maintain continuity. I remain committed to ensuring strong governance and a smooth path forward that protects our watershed, strengthens our partnerships, and supports the communities we serve.”
The CVC Board of Directors also acclaimed Alvin Tedjo, Mississauga Ward 2 Councillor and Peel Regional Councillor, as Vice-Chair.
“I’m honoured to serve as Vice-Chair of Credit Valley Conservation and champion the value of CVC’s local expertise and conservation leadership across our communities,” said Alvin Tedjo. “CVC’s work is essential to supporting sustainable development, expanding access to greenspaces and delivering flood forecasting and warning.”
Councillor Palleschi has served as a Brampton and Peel Regional Councillor for over 10 years. He has also served on the CVC Foundation Board. This is Councillor Tedjo’s first term as Vice-Chair. He has been a member of CVC’s Board of Directors since January 2023.
This year’s Board of Directors includes returning members from municipal councils throughout the watershed:
- Tom Adams, Town of Oakville
- Dipika Damerla, City of Mississauga
- Stephen Dasko, City of Mississauga
- Michael Dehn, Town of Erin
- Christina Early, Town of Caledon
- Dennis Keenan, City of Brampton
- Ann Lawlor, Town of Halton Hills
- Andy MacIntosh, Town of Orangeville
- Brad Butt, City of Mississauga
- Fred Nix, Township of Mono
- Michael Palleschi, City of Brampton
- Alvin Tedjo, City of Mississauga
CVC is accountable through its Board of Directors to the municipalities and residents in the Credit River Watershed. The board approves and guides CVC policies, programs, projects and sets its annual budget.
Photo: Chair of Credit Valley Conservation, Michael Palleschi
Photo: Vice-Chair of Credit Valley Conservation, Alvin Tedjo
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 the area of land defined by 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. It inspires 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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