Proposals must include a proposed work plan outlining specific staff involvement and competencies, costing and schedule. Proposals will be received until 4:00 P.M. Friday October 31, 2025.

September 18, 2025
For immediate release

Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA) has completed its 2025-2035 Strategic Plan, a 10-year roadmap guiding the organization’s efforts in environmental stewardship, community engagement, and organizational excellence.

The plan outlines several key goals:

• Achieve Organizational Excellence: Enhancing internal processes and governance to support GSCA’s mission.
• Effectively Monitor and Manage the Risk of Natural Hazards: Implementing strategies to identify, assess, and mitigate the impacts of flooding, erosion, dynamic beaches, and unstable soils or bedrock.
• Enhance GSCA Land Management: Focusing on the sustainable management and enhancement of GSCA-owned lands.
• Improve Watershed Health: Implementing initiatives to protect and improve the health of the watershed.
• Strengthen Environmental Education and Communication: Expanding educational programs and communication efforts to raise environmental awareness and highlight the work of GSCA.

“This Strategic Plan provides a clear path forward for the next decade, allowing us to protect our watershed, support our communities, and deliver measurable results,” said Tim Lanthier, GSCA Chief Administrative Officer. “I want to sincerely thank our dedicated staff, the Board of Directors, our partners, and the public for their invaluable input and support. This plan truly reflects our shared vision.”

The plan highlights GSCA’s commitment to transparency and accountability and provides a clear framework for guiding decisions and measuring progress over the next decade. GSCA will monitor implementation, report regularly, and adjust strategies as needed to remain responsive to evolving environmental and community priorities.

The full 2025-2035 Strategic Plan is now available for public viewing on GSCA’s website: www.greysauble.on.ca/strategic-plan/

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For more information:
Grey Sauble Conservation Authority
media@greysauble.on.ca

Background:

Vision: A vibrant watershed, supported by the GSCA, where ecosystems thrive, and communities are healthy, safe and prosperous.

Mission: To champion a healthy and safe watershed through innovative conservation efforts, sound planning, and inspiring education initiatives, now and in the future.

September 16, 2025
For immediate release

Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA) is inviting local landowners to participate in its Tree Planting Program for spring 2026, an opportunity to transform unused land into thriving forests, enhance their property, and leave a green legacy for future generations.

Since 1984, GSCA has helped landowners plant millions of trees across Grey Bruce. Through this program, GSCA provides expert planning and planting services, helping landowners design and establish windbreaks, riparian buffers to improve water quality, and larger tree planting projects. Participants also gain access to financial support through Forests Canada’s 50 Million Tree Program, with grants available to cover up to 90% of project costs.

The environmental benefits of planting trees are well known, including supporting biodiversity, capturing carbon, improving air and water quality, and reducing erosion. What landowners may not realize is that planting trees can also bring direct benefits to their property. Trees can enhance property, provide wind and noise barriers, reduce heating and cooling costs, boost crop yields, and create new recreational opportunities. Forests also play a vital role in helping communities adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change.

“Every tree planted is an investment in your land and in the future of our communities,” says Michael Fry, Forestry Coordinator at GSCA. “Our full-service program makes it easy for landowners to plant trees that enhance their property, support local wildlife, and leave a greener legacy for generations to come.”

Landowners with at least 0.4 hectares (1 acre) of open land, or 1,200 metres for windbreaks or riparian buffer planting, are eligible for grants. GSCA staff are encouraging interested landowners to get in touch now to begin planning their spring 2026 tree planting project.

For more information about GSCA’s Tree Planting Program, visit www.greysauble.on.ca/forestry-services/, email: forestry@greysauble.on.ca, or call 519-376-3076.

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Photo 1: Machine tree planting in an open field.

Photo 2: Machine planted pine seedling.

For more information:
Grey Sauble Conservation Authority
media@greysauble.on.ca

Background:

Vision: A vibrant watershed, supported by the GSCA, where ecosystems thrive, and communities are healthy, safe and prosperous.

Mission: To champion a healthy and safe watershed through innovative conservation efforts, sound planning, and inspiring education initiatives, now and in the future.

For Immediate Release

The Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation awards $2,000 each year to a graduating secondary school student who is pursuing post-secondary studies in an environmental or resource management related field. The award honours Malcolm Kirk, a dedicated conservationist who played a key role in acquiring much of the land now owned and managed by Grey Sauble Conservation Authority.

This year, the Malcolm Kirk Environmental Award was presented to Kamyla Fisher, a graduating student from Owen Sound District Secondary School who will begin studies in Environmental Engineering at the University of Guelph this fall. Kamyla’s strong academic performance, practical work experience, and commitment to environmental leadership prepares her to make meaningful contributions in her chosen field.

Kamyla developed a deep sense of environmental responsibility through professional and personal experiences and has actively contributed to local initiatives. Her involvement in community climate action events has included presenting on an innovative sustainability project and engaging younger students in conversations about environmental leadership. These experiences have shaped her vision for a sustainable future and strengthened her commitment to driving positive change through problem-solving and effective solutions.

The Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation congratulates Kamyla on this achievement and wishes her success in her academic and professional pursuits. Her commitment to the environment exemplifies the spirit of the Malcolm Kirk Environmental Award and serves as an inspiration to others.

This year marks the final presentation of the Malcolm Kirk Environmental Award by the Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation. The Foundation is proud to have supported numerous students pursuing careers in environmental and resource management fields through this award and extends its gratitude to all past recipients for their dedication to conservation.

For further information:

Don Sankey, Chair, Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation
foundation@greysauble.on.ca

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Photo (left to right): Dick Hibma (Director, Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation), Kamyla Fisher, Don Sankey (Chair, Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation).

Background:

The Grey Sauble Conservation Foundation was established in 1993 and is a federally registered, charitable, not-for-profit organization that raises money to assist the Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA) fund programs and projects. The Foundation offers opportunities for the public to actively participate in conserving and enhancing the natural heritage that exists within the GSCA watershed.