My family and I strongly oppose amalgamation. Locally based decision-making is important to the Conservation. The reason for this amalgamation is not justified. HCA hosts wonderful events and takes good care of our conservation area and builds community.
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Our region faces unique challenges. Flat land, impermeable soils, rapid runoff, shoreline erosion, and frequent flooding.
Solutions require LOCAL boots-on-the-ground expertise from those familiar with our region, not directions from afar.
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I am against the consolidation of the Conservation Authorities, specifically the Lakehead Region Conservation Authority being consolidated into the Huron-Superior Regional Conservation Authority.
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GSCA Submission to ERO Posting 025-1257
December 22, 2025 Via Environmental Registry of Ontario
Subject: Comments on ERO Posting No. 025-1257 – Proposed Boundaries for Regional Consolidation of Ontario’s Conservation Authorities
To Whom It May Concern:
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I'm writing to express my opposition to include the Lakehead Regional Conservation Authority into the proposed Huron Superior Conservation
Authority.
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Locally based decision-making and accountability is important for Conservation. The reason for this amalgamation has not been justified. No one can maintain, protect and appreciate our conservation areas, parks, waterways and trails better than the people who actually live there.
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I live on the north shore of Lake Superior. The decision to merge the Lake Superior region with southern Lake Huron does not make sense. The two areas are over 1000 K apart and are different in every aspect from ecosystems, climate, a boreal forest vs a deciduous forest.
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As a lifelong resident of Dundas and frequent user of the Hamilton conservation areas, I do not agree with the amalgamation of the conservation areas and feel that HCA should continue on as its own independent conservation authority.
December 18, 2025 Thunder Bay, Ontario
I am a member of the Thunder Bay Hiking Association.
Many of our hikes are on Lakehead Region Conservation Authority (LRCA) property.
I am happy with the management of these lands by the LRCA
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I agree with HCA’s submission to the ERO. I am concerned about losing local decision-making and I support keeping conservation decisions rooted in our community.
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I agree with HCA’s submission to the ERO. I am concerned about losing local decision-making and I support keeping conservation decisions rooted in our community. Conservation lands are vital to our well being. Anyone who uses these areas understands their value.
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Most of Canada's rare and endangered species live in Southern Ontario. Southern Ontario has the most biodiversity in Canada, as well as the highest population density. People travel from around the world to visit our natural areas and stay in our parks.
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Locally based decision-making and accountability is important for Conservation! The reason for this amalgamation has not been justified. The HCA is one of he Hamilton City Departments with a positive track record of responsiveness and success.
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Please be advised that the following resolution was passed at the December 17, 2025 meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Grey Highlands.
2025-732
That Council receive report CAO.25.10, Conservation Authorities Act proposed changes for information; and
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This is the "Harris" philosophy of consolidation for the bettering of the system - which does not take into account or consideration of the communities or individuals living in those areas.
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As a voter and taxpayer, I am vehemently opposed to this amalgamation, especially because it is clear from the reasons presented that the Provincial Government wants to build/develop protected watershed lands. That may be a Doug Ford priority, but it is NOT a priority for the people of Ontario.
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Please accept the attached from the Greater Ottawa Home Builders’ Association (GOHBA) and its members as a submission to the government’s request for feedback on ‘Proposed boundaries for the regional consolidation of Ontario’s conservation authorities’ (ERO 025-1257).
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