Administration Office in Formosa Remains Closed

November 21, 2024 Update: Administration Office Reopening Expected in Early 2025

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority (SVCA) has announced that its Administration Office in Formosa remains closed due to electrical damage sustained from a lightning strike on Sunday, October 6, 2024.

Fortunately, the building was vacant at the time of the strike, and no injuries occurred. While there was no fire, the lightning caused significant electrical damage, which is still being assessed. Reopening is now anticipated in early 2025 as repairs and evaluations continue. In the meantime, SVCA staff continue to work remotely to ensure uninterrupted service.

Service Adjustments and Contact Information

• Payments: Processed by credit card over the phone, by cheque, or online.
  • Payment inquiries: payments@svca.on.ca
• General inquiries: publicinfo@svca.on.ca
• Planning and permits: planning@svca.on.ca
• Phone inquiries: 519-364-1255
• Ongoing files: Clients should continue emailing their SVCA contacts directly.

Additional Information

• Remote work for select staff began on October 8, 2024.
• Server and file access are being maintained to support efficient operations.
• Updates on the situation will be posted to www.saugeenconservation.ca

We thank the community for its ongoing support and understanding as we diligently work to restore full operations and ensure the safety of our facilities.

For more information, please contact:

Ashley Richards, Communications Coordinator
Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority
1078 Bruce Road 12, Box 150, Formosa, ON N0G 1W0
a.richards@svca.on.ca (519)369-4295

Photo: Sunday, October 6th, 2024. Emergency Services respond to lightning strike at SVCA Administration Office located at 1078 Bruce Road 12, Formosa, Ontario. Photo credit, Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority.