GSCA’s 2025 – 2035 Strategic Plan
Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA) is undertaking a new Strategic Plan for a 10-year period from 2025 - 2035. This new Strategic Plan will help us leverage our passion for the environment, expertise, and vision for the future, while considering the needs and interests of our communities. By developing a strategic plan, we can prioritize efforts, allocate resources efficiently, and engage stakeholders collaboratively. With a clear roadmap in place, our Staff and Board of Directors can make targeted decisions, allowing GSCA to deliver effective programs and services that support a healthy watershed with thriving communities.
Through the consultation process, we will be receiving input from the public regarding the work that we do and how this work can be leveraged to make our watershed a safe, healthy and prosperous place to live, work and play.
GSCA 2025 - 2035 Strategic Plan Presentation
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Where We Are Going
To ensure effectiveness, it is necessary to scope our Strategic Plan process to areas that are within GSCA’s mandate. As such, the overarching goals of the 2025 – 2035 Strategic Plan have been determined in advance of consultation. Each goal will include both long- and short-term Strategic Directions, which will be supported by Strategic Actions as specific deliverables.
The Goals of GSCA's 2025 - 2035 Strategic Plan include:
Effectively Monitor and Manage the Risk of Natural Hazards
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Example Directions
· Ensure effective monitoring and communication of flood events.
· Provide effective management of natural hazard infrastructures.
· Incorporate climate change data into natural hazard risk assessment and management.
Enhance GSCA Land Management
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Example Directions
· Maintain and enhance ecological features.
· Monitor and improve the management of GSCA properties.
· Manage and enhance the visitor experience.
Improve Watershed Health
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Example Directions
· Effectively manage Drinking Water Source Protection responsibilities under the Clean Water Act.
· Monitor and report on the state of the watershed.
· Provide stewardship leadership to enhance watershed health.
Strengthen Environmental Education and Communication
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Example Directions
· Strategically design and implement environmental education throughout the watershed.
· Effectively communicate GSCA’s Story.
· Meaningfully engage with communities and stakeholders.
Achieve Organizational Excellence
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Example Directions
· Deliver positive client services.
· Develop and maintain strong partner relationships.
· Create a cultural of clear and timely communication.
What We Do
Grey Sauble Conservation Authority (GSCA) conserves and manages natural resources, protects communities from natural hazards, and shares information about the environment to educate and inspire others. We own and manage nearly 30,000 acres of land and 172 km of trails for residents and visitors to explore that are home to thousands of species of plants and animals!
Under the Conservation Authorities Act, we must deliver the following mandatory programs and services:
- Mitigation of the risk of natural hazards (flood, erosion, dynamic beaches)
- Management of GSCA-owned lands
- Drinking Water Source Protection
- Groundwater and stream monitoring (water quality & quantity)
- Delivery of a Watershed-based Resource Management Strategy