Resources

Welcome to the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authorities Resources and Links page. Please feel free to browse and review the plentiful resources below.

- Conservation Authorities Act Download Conservation Authorities Act (83kB)
Annual Reports
- 2008 Download 2008 (2518kB)
- 2009 Download 2009 (2910kB)
- 2010 Download 2010 (2419kB)
- 2011
  This Report highlights the many programs and services that are offered to the public, and the undertakings of the past year.
  Download 2011 (2040kB)
- 2012 Download 2012 (7505kB)
Conservation Areas
- Conservation Area Fact Sheet Download Conservation Area Fact Sheet (52kB)
- Dogs on Leashes Notice
  The GRCA requires that dogs must be on a leash in all conservation areas.
  Download Dogs on Leashes Notice (254kB)
- Ganaraska Millennium Conservation Area
  Trail Map
  Download Ganaraska Millennium Conservation Area (391kB)
- Geocashing at Rice Lake Conservation Area Download Geocashing at Rice Lake Conservation Area (111kB)
- Your Guide to Conservation Areas in Ontario
  Visit one of more then 250 Conservation Areas in Ontario!
  Download Your Guide to Conservation Areas in Ontario (8183kB)
Conservation Authorities Fact Sheet
- CA Fact Sheet Download CA Fact Sheet (118kB)
Corporate Services
- Access to Services Customer Feedback Form Download Access to Services Customer Feedback Form (21kB)
- Accessible Customer Service Policy
  The Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority (GRCA) shall follow the principles of dignity, independence, integration and equal opportunity for all goods and services provided.
  Download Accessible Customer Service Policy (37kB)
Drinking Water Source Protection
- Home Heating Oil Storage
  What you need to know about Home Heating Oil
  Download Home Heating Oil Storage (1141kB)
- Know Your Drinking Water! Download Know Your Drinking Water! (1506kB)
Fisheries
- 2007 Ganaraska River Watershed Fisheries & Aquatic Habitat Background Report Download 2007 Ganaraska River Watershed Fisheries & Aquatic Habitat Background Report (9581kB)
- 2010 Cobourg Creek Rocky Ramp Fishway Project
  For further information please contact the Authority at 905.885.8173 or email bmorrison@grca.on.ca
  Download 2010 Cobourg Creek Rocky Ramp Fishway Project (11220kB)
- 2010 Wilmot Creek Side Channel Reconnection
  For further information, please contact Brian Morrison @ 905.885.8173 or bmorrison@grca.on.ca
  Download 2010 Wilmot Creek Side Channel Reconnection (26119kB)
- Cobourg Creek Atlantic Salmon Report Download Cobourg Creek Atlantic Salmon Report (1569kB)
- Fishing Seasons for the Ganaraska River Download Fishing Seasons for the Ganaraska River (141kB)
- Hatchery Bibliography
  A bibliography and literature review developed to summarize the impacts of fish stocking practices on top of self-sustaining (wild) populations
  Download Hatchery Bibliography (564kB)
- Rainbow Trout Fact Sheet Download Rainbow Trout Fact Sheet (3475kB)
- Salmon Fact Sheet
  Wild Pacific Salmon of the Ganaraska River and the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority watersheds
  Download Salmon Fact Sheet (3263kB)
- Wilmot Creek Fisheries Management Plan Download Wilmot Creek Fisheries Management Plan (5233kB)
- Wilmot Creek Study
  Wilmot Creek Fisheries Management Plan Background Report
  Download Wilmot Creek Study (40255kB)
Flood Forecasting & Warning
- Conservation Ontario memo regarding new terminology Download Conservation Ontario memo regarding new terminology (108kB)
- Flood Status Messages Download Flood Status Messages (90kB)
Forms
- Building Use Permit - GRCA Millennium Building and Board Room
  Please call 905.885.8173 for information
  Download Building Use Permit - GRCA Millennium Building and Board Room (87kB)
Ganaraska Forest
- 2013 Ganaraska Forest User General Notice Download 2013 Ganaraska Forest User General Notice (27kB)
- Ganaraska Forest featured in Get Out There magazine
  Ganaraska Forest - Southern Ontario's Other Forest
  Download Ganaraska Forest featured in Get Out There magazine (2779kB)
- Ganaraska Forest Membership and Day Pass Fees Download Ganaraska Forest Membership and Day Pass Fees (42kB)
- Ganaraska Forest Membership Application
  With 100's of kilometers of trails in the multi-use Ganaraska Forest, why not join today?!
  Download Ganaraska Forest Membership Application (219kB)
- Ganaraska Forest Regulations
  Please view before making use of the Ganaraska Forest.
  Download Ganaraska Forest Regulations (20kB)
- Ganaraska Forest Tree Donation Program
  With a minimum $30.00 donation, you can purchase a tree in honour or memory of a loved one.
  Download Ganaraska Forest Tree Donation Program (62kB)
- Ganaraska Forest User Parking Notice Download Ganaraska Forest User Parking Notice (76kB)
- Ganaraska Forest Volunteer Application
  Looking to fill your spare time? Why not volunteer at the Ganaraska Forest? There are many opportunities available.
  Download Ganaraska Forest Volunteer Application (90kB)
- IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING MEMBERSHIPS OR DAY PASSES Download IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING MEMBERSHIPS OR DAY PASSES (11kB)
Ganaraska Forest Centre
- Directions Download Directions (1431kB)
- Ganaraska Forest Centre - Building for Change Paver Program
  Purchase an 8x8 brick paver stone, engraved with your loved ones name or personal message for only $100.00. Proceeds go towards the Building for Change campaign, supporting the redeveloped Ganaraska Forest Centre. Pavers will be incorporated into the walkway to the main entrance of the facility.
  Download Ganaraska Forest Centre - Building for Change Paver Program (1478kB)
- GFC featured in Discover Port Hope magazine
  Ganaraska Forest Centre - A Touch of History & Nature
  Download GFC featured in Discover Port Hope magazine (7085kB)
- GRCA - Friends of the Forest Foundation Bequest
  By making a gift in your will to the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority - Friends of the Forest Foundation endowment - the Permanent Fund - you can promote a better world beyond your own lifetime.
  Download GRCA - Friends of the Forest Foundation Bequest (1552kB)
- Maple Moon Program
  It's "sap" time of the year again - an outdoor education program for JK - grade 12
  Download Maple Moon Program (1307kB)
- OAGEE Spring Conference at the Ganaraska Forest Centre
  GIS and GPS in the Ganaraska Forest
  Download OAGEE Spring Conference at the Ganaraska Forest Centre (1377kB)
- Outdoor Education Program Descriptions
  To book a class trip (1/2 Day, Full Day, or 2, 3, or 5 Day Residential) call Amy Griffiths, Marketing and Communications Officer @ 905.885.8173 ext 235 or email agriffiths@grca.on.ca
  Download Outdoor Education Program Descriptions (267kB)
- Pledge Cards
  The new Ganaraska Forest Centre opened its doors in September 2009. There are a multitude of ways to support this unique outdoor education centre, including donating to the Ganaraska Forest Centre through our pledge cards.
  Download Pledge Cards (1645kB)
- Residential Visits to the Ganaraska Forest Centre
  Two, three or five day residential visits are available at the Ganaraska Forest Centre - attached is general 3-Day Residential Planning Guide
  Download Residential Visits to the Ganaraska Forest Centre (3594kB)
- Spring Water Awareness Outreach Program
  An important program that all educational teachers should take advantage of for their grade 4 students
  Download Spring Water Awareness Outreach Program (39kB)
Ganaraska River Railings
- Ganaraska River Facts & Figures Download Ganaraska River Facts & Figures (18kB)
- Questionnaire Download Questionnaire (47kB)
- River Railing Options Download River Railing Options (1746kB)
Maps
- Cross-Country Ski Trail Map Download Cross-Country Ski Trail Map (570kB)
- Ganaraska Forest Map
  A general map of the Ganaraska Forest. Detailed maps of each section of the forest can be purchased through our Authority for a minimal fee.
  Download Ganaraska Forest Map (5097kB)
- Ganaraska Forest on the Oak Ridges Moraine Download Ganaraska Forest on the Oak Ridges Moraine (3472kB)
- Ganaraska Millenium Trail Download Ganaraska Millenium Trail (5719kB)
- Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority watersheds
  A general map of the jurisdiction that the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority covers
  Download Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority watersheds (845kB)
- Watershed Conditions_Aug2012
  The driest watersheds are in Southwestern and Eastern Ontario. The watersheds surrounding the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority are experiencing levels 1 and 2 low water conditions but fortunately we have not suffered the same level of drought
  Download Watershed Conditions_Aug2012 (109kB)
Nature Nuts Summer Camp
- 2013 Nature Nuts Summer Camp
  All you need to know about the GRCA's 2013 Nature Nuts Summer Camp
  Download 2013 Nature Nuts Summer Camp (52kB)
- Cancellation Policy Download Cancellation Policy (18kB)
- LIT Registration
  Leaders in Training - summer camp devoted to older campers who are interested in becoming a camp counselor.
  Download LIT Registration (273kB)
- Nature Nuts Camp Registration
  6 fun-filled weeks to choose from!
  Download Nature Nuts Camp Registration (269kB)
Outdoor Education
- Outdoor Ed.'s on a Roll
  Bringing Outdoor Education to you!
  Download Outdoor Ed.'s on a Roll (32kB)
Photos
- Heroes of the Week
  A fawn rescue in the Ganaraska Millennium Conservation Area.
  Download Heroes of the Week (9411kB)
Planning and Regulations
- GRCA Inquiry Form Download GRCA Inquiry Form (32kB)
- Permit Application Download Permit Application (35kB)
- Plan Review & Permit Fees schedule
  For further information, please contact us at 905.885.8173
  Download Plan Review & Permit Fees schedule (186kB)
Public Events
- 2013 Public Events Calendar
  The GRCA holds many public events throughout the year - check out what's happening in 2013!
  Download 2013 Public Events Calendar (170kB)
Special Events
- 2012 Trenton Woodlot Conference Download 2012 Trenton Woodlot Conference (296kB)
- Ganaraska Forest Special Event Application
  Call Julie @ 905.885.8173 for further information
  Download Ganaraska Forest Special Event Application (86kB)
Stewardship
- 2012 CWHLFAP Hamilton Review
  An overview of the 2012 Clean Water-Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program for the Township of Hamilton
  Download 2012 CWHLFAP Hamilton Review (1081kB)
- 2012 CWHLFAP Port Hope Review
  An overview of the 2012 Clean Water-Healthy Land Financial Assistance Program for the Municipality of Port Hope
  Download 2012 CWHLFAP Port Hope Review (998kB)
- 2012 Municipality of Clarington CWHLFAP Review Download 2012 Municipality of Clarington CWHLFAP Review (1096kB)
- Clean Water-Healthy Land Stewardship Services Brochure Download Clean Water-Healthy Land Stewardship Services Brochure (106kB)
- Municipality of Clarington Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure Download Municipality of Clarington Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure (883kB)
- Municipality of Port Hope Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure Download Municipality of Port Hope Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure (193kB)
- Septic Smart
  The SepticSmart! DVD will help farmers and rural Ontarians learn about how septic systems work and how to take care of them
  Download Septic Smart (9kB)
- Town of Cobourg Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure Download Town of Cobourg Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure (214kB)
- Township of Hamilton Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure Download Township of Hamilton Clean Water-Healthy Land Funding Brochure (234kB)
Tree Planting
- Tree Seedling Catalogue Download Tree Seedling Catalogue (1311kB)
Watershed Plans
- Cobourg Creek Background Report Download Cobourg Creek Background Report (35440kB)
- Cobourg Creek Watershed Plan 2008 Download Cobourg Creek Watershed Plan 2008 (6924kB)
- Ganaraska River Background Report Download Ganaraska River Background Report (18774kB)
- Ganaraska River Watershed Plan 2010 Download Ganaraska River Watershed Plan 2010 (4657kB)
- Graham Creek Background Report Download Graham Creek Background Report (24374kB)
- Graham Creek Watershed Plan 2010 Download Graham Creek Watershed Plan 2010 (5219kB)
- Lovekin Creek, Bouchette Point Creek, Port Granby Creek Background Report Download Lovekin Creek, Bouchette Point Creek, Port Granby Creek Background Report (10063kB)
- Lovekin Creek, Bouchette Point Creek, Port Granby Creek Watershed Plan 2010 Download Lovekin Creek, Bouchette Point Creek, Port Granby Creek Watershed Plan 2010 (2899kB)
- Wilmot Creek Background Report Download Wilmot Creek Background Report (23674kB)
- Wilmot Creek Watershed Plan 2010 Download Wilmot Creek Watershed Plan 2010 (4898kB)
Watershed Report Cards
- Ganaraska Region WSR Card Download Ganaraska Region WSR Card (2675kB)
- Infographic - Conservation Authorities contribute to Healthy Watersheds Download Infographic - Conservation Authorities contribute to Healthy Watersheds (606kB)
- Watershed Report Card Fact Sheet Download Watershed Report Card Fact Sheet (143kB)
- Watershed Report Card FAQs Download Watershed Report Card FAQs (143kB)