Media Releases

March 9th, 2026 - SVCA Spring Freshet Update

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – MARCH 9th, 2026

Spring Freshet Underway Across Saugeen Watershed

SAUGEEN WATERSHED, ONTARIO (Bruce, Grey, Huron, Dufferin and Wellington Counties) –

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) is monitoring rising water levels across the Saugeen watershed as warm temperatures, rainfall, and melting snow combine to drive the annual spring freshet.

While spring flooding is a natural part of life in Ontario watersheds, the way rivers respond is shaped by the health of the...

Wolf Moon Night Hike Success - Snow Moon Up Next

SVCA’s Wolf Moon Candlelit Night Hike Draws 300 Visitors to Sulphur Spring Conservation Area

SAUGEEN WATERSHED, ONTARIO (Bruce, Grey, Huron, Dufferin and Wellington Counties) –

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) welcomed approximately 300 community members to a Candlelit Night Hike under the Wolf Moon on Friday, January 2, 2026, at Sulphur Spring Conservation Area.

Participants experienced the quiet beauty of winter at night while walking softly lit trails guided by candlelight. By...

2025 SVCA ERO Submission

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – December 19th, 2025

Saugeen Conservation Responds to Provincial ERO Proposal on Conservation Authority Consolidation

ALL SAUGEEN WATERSHED MUNICIPALITIES – Municipality of Arran-Elderslie, Municipality of Brockton, Township of Chatsworth, Municipality of Grey Highlands, Town of Hanover, Township of Howick, Municipality of Morris-Turnberry, Municipality of South Bruce, Township of Huron-Kinloss, Municipality of Kincardine, Town of Minto, Township of Wellington-North, Town of...

Saugeen Conservation Notification of Regulated Area Mapping Changes in Huron-Kinloss

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – October 17th, 2025

Saugeen Conservation Notification of Regulated Area Mapping Changes in Huron-Kinloss

TOWNSHIP OF HURON-KINLOSS –

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) held a Public Information Meeting on October 3rd, 2025 to present proposed updates to Regulated Area mapping for portions of the Township of Huron-Kinloss.
The meeting, held in accordance with Ontario Regulation 41/24, invited residents, cottagers, and stakeholders to review draft maps, ask questions,...

2025: SVCA to Hold Office Hours in Huron-Kinloss

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – August 25th, 2025

SVCA to Hold Office Hours in Huron-Kinloss

TOWNSHIP OF HURON-KINLOSS –

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) is collaborating with the Township of Huron-Kinloss to provide residents with local access to SVCA staff as a pilot project. On Thursday, August 28, 2025, SVCA staff will be available at the Township of Huron-Kinloss Administrative Office, 21 Queen Street, Ripley, ON to answer questions and provide guidance.

SVCA regulates development and...