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The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) is developing a Conservation Area Strategy (CA Strategy) to guide the delivery and enhancement of the programs and services it offers on its conservation areas, and inform future policies and management plans.
Guided by the 2021-2031 Strategic Plan, our team of experts collaborated on a discussion paper that outlines our vision for the operation and maintenance of NPCA conservation areas and lands, as well as the process for drafting the strategy.
Your participation is vital to the success of NPCA’s Conservation Area Strategy! By understanding how visitors engage with conservation areas and the programs and services offered, we can make informed decisions to enhance the visitor experience, boost conservation efforts, and ensure these natural spaces remain vibrant and sustainable for future generations.
The Conservation Area Strategy is a requirement of Ontario Regulation 686/21 and is to be completed by December 31, 2024.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED & PARTICIPATE:
Review additional documents, FAQs, and resources on this page.
Read the 'Discussion Paper' to learn about the Conservation Area Strategy.
Fill out the 10-minute survey! Closes September 27.
Attend the hybrid Public Information Centre on Tuesday, September 24 at 7 p.m. Registration required.
Submit written comments or questions using the Q&A tool below until Tuesday, November 12.
We invite members of the watershed community to participate in this process by sharing feedback on this proposed approach.
The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) is developing a Conservation Area Strategy (CA Strategy) to guide the delivery and enhancement of the programs and services it offers on its conservation areas, and inform future policies and management plans.
Guided by the 2021-2031 Strategic Plan, our team of experts collaborated on a discussion paper that outlines our vision for the operation and maintenance of NPCA conservation areas and lands, as well as the process for drafting the strategy.
Your participation is vital to the success of NPCA’s Conservation Area Strategy! By understanding how visitors engage with conservation areas and the programs and services offered, we can make informed decisions to enhance the visitor experience, boost conservation efforts, and ensure these natural spaces remain vibrant and sustainable for future generations.
The Conservation Area Strategy is a requirement of Ontario Regulation 686/21 and is to be completed by December 31, 2024.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED & PARTICIPATE:
Review additional documents, FAQs, and resources on this page.
Read the 'Discussion Paper' to learn about the Conservation Area Strategy.
Fill out the 10-minute survey! Closes September 27.
Attend the hybrid Public Information Centre on Tuesday, September 24 at 7 p.m. Registration required.
Submit written comments or questions using the Q&A tool below until Tuesday, November 12.
We invite members of the watershed community to participate in this process by sharing feedback on this proposed approach.
The Conservation Area strategy will establish a list of overarching goals and objectives that NPCA will consider during the design and implementation of management plans or projects for conservation areas. These goals and objectives will align with the Vision, Mission, and Priorities in NPCA's Strategic Plan, and reflect the values that the community holds for conservation areas.
About the Survey
A high-level list of goals and objectives has been developed by NPCA staff. This survey is designed to gather community input on these proposed goals and objectives, with questions related to each, in addition to questions related to the community's interaction with NPCA conservation areas.
No personal information (i.e., name, age, or address) will be collected unless you request to be contacted by NPCA staff. Any personal details you do share will not be linked to your answers.
The survey will be open until September 27, 2024. It should take approximately 10 minutes to complete. Registration is not required to participate; however, you may choose to do so to save your progress and come back to the survey at a later date.
Contact us at kroyer@npca.ca for more information or to request a paper copy of the survey.
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Conservation Area Strategy has finished this stage
NPCA staff collaboration, research and analysis.
September 2024- Public Engagement Launch
Conservation Area Strategy is currently at this stage
Release of the Discussion Paper, supporting documents, and resources for public review. The survey is made available for public input. A hybrid Public Information Centre held.
October 2024- Public Feedback Review & Draft Strategy
this is an upcoming stage for Conservation Area Strategy
NPCA reviews community feedback and incorporates it into draft strategy. Draft Strategy published for 3-week commenting period.
November 2024- Strategy Refinement
this is an upcoming stage for Conservation Area Strategy
NPCA reviews the draft CA Strategy with stakeholders and experts to refine and ensure alignment with the Strategic Plan and Ontario Regulation 686/21.
December 2024- Strategy Completed & Approved
this is an upcoming stage for Conservation Area Strategy
The Conservation Area Strategy is officially completed and published in compliance with Ontario Regulation 686/21- December 31, 2024
