NPCA & COVID-19
Thank you for engaging with the NPCA throughout the pandemic! As the situation continues to improve, we are now closing this project.
Please continue to engage with us through the many projects available on this home page, and we welcome you to learn more about the NPCA on our website and social media channels.
The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation in Ontario and taking steps to help prevent the spread of infection.
On this page, you will find the most up-to date information on impacts to NPCA programs and services, including cancellations, closures, and processes for re-opening. If you'd like to receive notice when this page is updated, click 'Sign Up' on the right.
Please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions relating to NPCA services, events, programs, and more.
The NPCA has the following measures in place to proactively protect staff and members of the public from the potential risk of contracting COVID-19:
- Closure of NPCA Main Office and park buildings until further notice.
- The postponement of all in-person conferences and events until further notice.
- Scheduling of monthly virtual Full-Authority Board of Directors meetings since April 2020.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
- All NPCA conservation areas remain open for passive use such as hiking and bird watching.
- A list of NPCA properties and corresponding facilities and amenities can be found at www.npca.ca/parks, where details pertaining to available amenities, services and activities are also posted.
- Washroom facilities are only available at Ball's Falls Centre for Conservation, Long Beach, Chippawa Creek, and Binbrook Conservation Areas.
- NPCA's Enforcement, Planning & Regulations staff will continue to operate remotely, and will be available by telephone and email to assist you as necessary.
Public Health- COVID-19 Websites:
- Haldimand-Norfolk Health and Social Services
- Niagara Region Public Health
- Public Health Information- Hamilton
- Province of Ontario Updates
- National Updates
Available Tools Below:
Q&A: If you have questions that we haven't answered in the list of FAQs, please send us your question using the Q&A tool below and we'll do our best to address them in a timely manner.
COVID-19 Timeline: A detailed, chronology of NPCA actions and important dates up until July 2020. Followed by COVID-19 major announcements only up until April 2021.
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