CVC gains two new properties as the Province expands Ontario’s Protected Green Spaces

May 1, 2007: On April 20th, the Provincial Government transferred 10 key green spaces to communities across Ontario. The properties contain a range of significant natural values, including wetlands, hardwood forests, environmentally sensitive areas, and unique ravines and trail systems.

CVC was one of several beneficiaries and received two important properties in Brampton and Mississauga. In Brampton, the Credit River cuts through this 19-acre sensitive wetland and low-lying property located north of Highway 407 and south of the CPR rail line. In Mississauga, the three-acre site of environmentally sensitive valley land along Mullet Creek, consists of two properties on either side of Burnhamthorpe Road, just east of Mississauga Road.

“Credit Valley Conservation is excited to be receiving land from the Ontario Government”, says Pat Mullin, CVC Chair and City of Mississauga Councillor. “These lands will contribute to our vision of a linked corridor of green along the Credit River. In light of the anticipated challenges facing our Watershed due to Climate Change, CVC commends the Province for its recognition of the vital role greenspace plays in maintaining a healthy environment for all,” remarks Mullin. “CVC commits to working cooperatively with the Region of Peel and all our community partners to ensure the long term protection of these greenspaces.”

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Conservation Authorities are a provincial/municipal partnership. The CVC was established by an Act of the province in 1954 with a mandate to protect all natural resources other than minerals in the area drained by the Credit River. We have been working for over 50 years with our partner municipalities and stakeholders to protect and enhance the natural environment of the Credit River Watershed for present and future generations.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Bernadette Fernandez,
Communications Specialist
905-670-1615 ext 240