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Youth Opportunities at TRCA(news)

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is committed to supporting the next generation of conservation leaders to take action, make a change, and do good! TRCA offers several programs to support youth and young adults who are interested in getting involved in the conservation sector. Whether you are a high school student looking for volunteer... Read more

Water Resource System(page)

Applied research on the Water Resource System (WRS) is critical to developing a robust planning strategy that helps to characterize current watershed conditions and assess potential impacts in the face of land use and climate change. What Is a Water Resource System? A Water Resource System (WRS) is a system of groundwater features and areas... Read more

Ravine Youth Team(page)

The Ravine Youth Team is a student internship program that aims to engage youth in restoring Toronto’s ravines while providing them with enhanced employment opportunities within the environmental sector. Applications for the 2024 Team Are Now Open! CREW LEADER   CREW MEMBER Ravine Youth Team: Program Background The Greater Toronto Area’s ravine system is the... Read more

Prince of Wales Park Major Maintenance Project(page)

Notice of Construction: Outfall Modification Work Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) completed major maintenance on existing shoreline erosion control structures in the park in 2023. This work was completed to provide long-term erosion protection and reduce public safety risks. Additional minor works will be undertaken in spring 2024 to modify a small section of... Read more

Humber River Watershed Plan(page)

Project Update & Release of the Humber River Watershed Characterization Report and Engagement Summary 1 October 23, 2023 Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has completed the first two stages of the watershed planning process for the new Humber River Watershed Plan (HRWP), including preparation/scoping (Stage 1) and watershed characterization (Stage 2). We are pleased... Read more

Denison Road West Upper Slope Stabilization – Class Environmental Assessment – Completed(page)

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) completed a slope stability analysis and erosion risk assessment along several properties on Denison Road West under the Conservation Ontario Class Environmental Assessment (EA)  process, in the City of Toronto. Project Location Scope of Work Start date: Spring 2019 Completion date: May 2022 In 2016, TRCA began construction of... Read more

Ridge Point Crescent Slope Stabilization Project(page)

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA), in partnership with the City of Toronto, has proposed to undertake remedial slope stabilization works in the rear yards and valleylands behind privately-owned residential properties along Ridge Point Crescent, City of Toronto, to provide long-term, low maintenance protection to at-risk essential structures. Project Location The project area is located... Read more

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) and Partner Municipalities’ Lands Recognized Federally as Protected Areas(news)

April 11, 2022 – Toronto and Region Conservation Authority, City of Toronto, Town of Ajax, and Ontario Nature are pleased to announce that 950 hectares of lands within these municipalities now qualify as Protected Areas in contributing to Canada’s target to protect 25 percent of lands and waters by 2025. These sites are jointly managed... Read more

Spring Safety(page)

Spring weather brings warmer temperatures and creates new opportunities for recreational activities. However, it can also bring an increased risk of flooding from melting snow and ice and unstable conditions in and around bodies of water. Seasonal Flooding Risks When the temperatures start to rise in early spring, frozen ground prevents melting snow or rainfall... Read more

PERSPECTIVE: TRCA 2021 Annual Report(page)

DOWNLOAD A COPY OF THE 2021 ANNUAL REPORT TABLE OF CONTENTS Message from the Chair, Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer   ·   TRCA Jurisdiction Map   ·   Progress on Strategic Accomplishments (2018-2022) STRATEGIC PLAN OBJECTIVES: 1. Green the Toronto region’s economy   ·   2. Manage our regional water resources for... Read more