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Spring Safety Message: Be Careful Around Waterways
Hazardous conditions on and around bodies of water Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) reminds residents of dangers that...
mbreems8
Mar 72 min read
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Celebrating 50 Years of Maple Syrup!
This year marks a significant milestone for Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA): 50 YEARS of collecting maple sap and...
mbreems8
Feb 251 min read
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Restoration Happening at Lynde Shores Conservation Area!
Since January 7, 2025, draglines have been used to dig out channels and open water areas within the dense cattail stands of Lynde Marsh...
mbreems8
Jan 281 min read
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Lynde Creek Flood Mapping Update
Flood or 'floodplain' mapping shows the extent of potential flooding across an area during significant storm events and is used to inform...
mbreems8
Jan 181 min read
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Winter Safety Statement
As winter makes an appearance, Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) is here to provide winter safety information with tips...
mbreems8
Dec 11, 20243 min read
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Continued Expansion of Rare Habitat: Local Tallgrass Prairie
Tallgrass prairie  is a unique habitat that has become rare in Ontario. With less than one per cent of the area remaining (according to...
mbreems8
Oct 17, 20242 min read
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$2.1 Million Grant Received Through The Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative
Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) is pleased to announce that it has been approved for $2,177,000 in funding from...
mbreems8
Oct 17, 20242 min read
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New Development Regulations and Policies Have Been Approved
On February 16, 2024, a new regulation (Ontario Regulation 41/24) under the Conservation Authorities Act was approved by the Province of...
mbreems8
Mar 31, 20241 min read
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Cranberry Marsh is Draining Into Lake Ontario: Coastal Wetlands and Barrier Beaches
Cranberry Marsh at Lynde Shores Conservation Area. The red circle highlights the breach in the barrier beach where the marsh was...
mbreems8
Mar 12, 20243 min read
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Spring Safety Message: Be Careful Around Waterways
Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) reminds residents of dangers that can exist near streams, rivers, ponds, and lakes....
mbreems8
Mar 8, 20242 min read
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Notice of Consultation Opportunity
Updated Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) Policy and Procedural Document for Land Use Planning and Regulation On...
mbreems8
Mar 1, 20241 min read
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Volunteer at the Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival!
Volunteers are needed for a variety of positions including assisting with children's activities, admissions, parking, and the greeter and...
mbreems8
Feb 8, 20241 min read
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Accepting Applications! Trees for Rural Roads Program
Want to plant FREE trees along the roadside of your rural property? 🌲 The Trees for Rural Roads Program is once again being offered in...
mbreems8
Feb 5, 20241 min read
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Winter Safety Message: Exercise Caution Near All Waterways
Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) reminds residents and visitors of the dangers that can exist near streams, rivers,...
mbreems8
Jan 13, 20242 min read
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We're hiring for the Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival!
Looking for part-time work in March? Apply by January 26, 2024, for the following positions: Maple Syrup Taffy Maker ATV Operator and...
mbreems8
Dec 22, 20231 min read
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Contractor fined $20,000 for illegal construction of shorewall on Lake Ontario
A local contracting firm has been fined $20,000, plus a 25 per cent Victim Fine Surcharge as a result of charges laid by Central Lake...
Lisa Hastings
Oct 26, 20231 min read
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CLOCA Supports Canada’s Protected Areas Target through Large Contributions to a National Goal
Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) and Ontario Nature are pleased to announce that a total of 2,458.2 hectares of the...
Lisa Hastings
Oct 26, 20231 min read
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Avian Flu: Avoid Contact with Wild Birds
As many of you are already aware, avian influenza has been detected in wild birds in Ontario. As cases will likely increase with spring...
Lisa Hastings
Oct 26, 20231 min read
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Browse CLOCA's Fall Newsletter
Hot off the Press! Check out CLOCA's Fall Newsletter! - Find out some history of the Bowmanville Creek - Learn about a new stream...
Lisa Hastings
Oct 26, 20231 min read
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