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COVID-19 Updates
The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) is closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation in Ontario. Please visit our COVID-19 page where you will find the most up-to date information on impacts to GRCA programs and services, including cancellations and closures.
For answers to our most frequently asked questions, please visit our COVID-19 FAQ.
Open-Air Fire Ban - Summer 2020
Some watershed municipalities have started to issue open-air fire bans due to lack of significant rainfall and forecasted hot dry conditions. There will be no open-air burning permitted in municipalities where fire bans are in place until further notice.
This ban applies to all fires set in open air, including recreational fires. Currently, the only exception to this ban is cooking fires within approved campgrounds. Cooking fires are generally permitted on campsites until midnight only. After midnight, all fires must be completely extinguished.
Open-air fire bans are currently in place in Guelph-Eramosa Township, affecting Guelph Lake and Rockwood conservation areas.
Ongoing closure: Mill ruins at Rockwood Conservation Area closed
The ruins of the Harris & Co. Rockwood Woolen Mill remain closed due to potential safety concerns.
Ongoing closure: Low level bridge at Elora Gorge remains closed through 2020
Due to weather events in 2017 and 2018, the low level bridge at Elora Gorge Park was damaged by high water flows and is closed and will remain closed in 2020. The GRCA is investigating next steps in order to repair the bridge, which is used by campers and visitors to access the north side of the park.
