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The presence of a suspected small blue-green algae bloom has been observed near the dam and islands in the Shade’s Mills Conservation Area reservoir. The previous notice of a small blue-green algae bloom observed at the boat launch at the Belwood Lake Conservation Area reservoir remains in effect.

The presence of a suspected small blue-green algae bloom has been observed near the boat launch at the Belwood Lake Conservation Area reservoir.

The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA), in partnership with Haldimand County and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), is urging the public to obey posted rules and safety signage at its Caledonia Dam, located upstream from the Caledonia Bridge.

The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) will be repairing the retaining wall on the south shore of the downstream side of Wellington Street Dam. The work is expected to begin during the week of July 13, 2026.

The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) Board and OPSEU Local 259, which represents approximately 103 GRCA employees, have voted to ratify a new collective agreement.

Tubing at the Grand River Conservation Authority’s (GRCA) popular Elora Gorge Conservation Area opens Friday, June 26 until September 7, 2026.

Tickets must be purchased online and in advance through the online ticket system. Walk-up ticket sales are not permitted.

In accordance with recent changes to the Conservation Authorities Act, Ontario’s 36 conservation authorities will amalgamate into nine regional conservation authorities on February 1, 2027.

Two of Canada’s largest outdoor swimming pools will open for the season on Saturday, June 20, 2026.

The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA), the Town of Grand Valley, the Township of Amaranth, and Dufferin County are hosting a Public Information Centre (PIC) about the GRCA’s Flood Damage Assessment Study on June 22, 2026, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Grand Valley and District Community Centre (90 Main Street North, Grand Valley).

The Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA)’s popular Elora Quarry Conservation Area will be open for day use beginning June 12, 2026.