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Modernizing conservation authority operations - Conservation Authorities Act

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30930

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Municipality of North Perth

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On behalf of the Council of the Municipality of North Perth, I am writing this letter to you to provide North Perth’s comments on your Ministry’s proposed amendments to the Conservation Authorities Act, the reduction in the Provincial Natural Hazards Management Grant and continued support required f Read more

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Modernizing conservation authority operations - Conservation Authorities Act

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30931

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Town of The Blue Mountains

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May 13, 2019 Moved by: Andrea Matrosovs Seconded by: Odette Bartnicki THAT the Council of the Town of The Blue Mountains receives Correspondence Item F.6 Grey Sauble Conservation Authority Re: Effects on Municipalities Read more

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Modernizing conservation authority operations - Conservation Authorities Act

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30934

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Individual

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First off, thank you to the government for supporting the implementation of the CA regulations and for articulating the ongoing important role Conservation Authorities must play in protecting the local environment on a watershed level in Ontario. Read more

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Modernizing conservation authority operations - Conservation Authorities Act

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30964

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Individual

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The current governance model that supports integrated water management across a watershed and a collaborative approach with local governments is one of the most successful and important features of Conservation Authorities. Read more

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Modernizing conservation authority operations - Conservation Authorities Act

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31004

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Change the terminology from Programs and services related to the risk of natural hazards to programs and services for the protection and management of natural hazards. The proposed wording in the Act is too vague as to provide guidance as to the intent. Read more

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Modernizing conservation authority operations - Conservation Authorities Act

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31020

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Individual

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Conservation Authorities are a unique entity and a model that has stood the test of time for over 70 years. I am glad that the province recognizes the value of the land holdings of the Conservation Authorities to the people of Ontario. Read more

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Modernizing conservation authority operations - Conservation Authorities Act

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31023

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Individual

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My main concern with the Conservation Act deals with jurisdiction. This is the central issue for a Conservation Authority. Jurisdiction is referenced 53 times in the Conservation Authorities Act. No where is it clearly defined what the Jurisdiction is. Read more

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Modernizing conservation authority operations - Conservation Authorities Act

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31024

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Individual

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• CAs are a unique entity and a model that has stood the test of time for over 70 years. • CAs are good value for money. They are flexible and responsive to local environmental needs in our watersheds • They are a local presence; boots on the ground; no one else fills the role Read more

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Modernizing conservation authority operations - Conservation Authorities Act

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31031

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I recommend that Schedule 2 Conservation Authorities Act (CAA) of Bill 108 be deferred from enactment to provide Conservation Authorities with more time to consult with their member municipalities. Also, the mandatory programs and services [proposed Section 21.1 (1)], should be Read more

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Modernizing conservation authority operations - Conservation Authorities Act

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31032

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Township of Augusta

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Dear Minister Phillips, The Township of Augusta has a strong history of close collaboration with South Nation Conservation (SNC) on shared priorities which protect the environment and engage communities while balancing people and nature. Read more

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Modernizing conservation authority operations - Conservation Authorities Act

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31033

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City of Clarence-Rockland

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Dear Minister Phillips, The City of Clarence-Rockland has a strong history of close collaboration with South Nation Conservation (SNC) on shared priorities which protect the environment and engage communities while balancing people and nature. Read more

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