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2025 Fence at Durham CA - FAQ

July 30th, 2025

Durham Conservation Area Fence: What You Need to Know Why was the fence installed at Durham Conservation Area?

The fence was installed to improve safety, reduce after-hours trespassing, and address persistent issues with vandalism, theft, and unpaid access. These concerns placed strain on staff, posed risks to public and staff safety, and impacted the sustainability of this increasingly busy property. The fence supports enforcement of posted closure hours (dusk to dawn), helps...

July 18, 2025 SVCA Announces Winner of Explore Contest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 18th, 2025

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority Celebrates 75 Years and Announces Explore Program Grand Prize Winner

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

As part of Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority’s (SVCA) 75th anniversary celebrations, SVCA is thrilled to announce the grand prize winner of its Explore Saugeen Conservation Program.

 Madeleine from Hanover has been selected as the grand prize winner after visiting...

2025 Administration Payables Contract

2025 Administrative Assistant and Payables Clerk

One full-time, temporary, contract position

Why work for us?

Saugeen Conservation proudly serves fifteen municipalities across five counties: Bruce, Grey, Huron, Wellington, and Dufferin, ensuring comprehensive and collaborative environmental management and conservation efforts throughout these regions.  The Administration Office of Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority is situated in the village of Formosa, Ontario, within the Municipality of South...

2025 Durham Conservation Area to Undergo Fence Installation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 2nd, 2025

Durham Conservation Area to Undergo Fence Installation for Enhanced Safety and Property Stewardship

DURHAM, ON - Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) will begin installation of a new fence at Durham Conservation Area this July, a project designed to enhance public safety, deter unauthorized activity, and align with provincial regulations governing conservation lands.

The fence will secure the boundaries of the campground and adjacent conservation area....

May 22, 2025 - Stoney Island Community Tree Plant

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Thursday, May 22nd, 2025

Thousands of Trees Planted at Stoney Island Conservation Area After Ash Removal

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...