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Oct 8, 2024

Credit Valley Conservation and the Greenbelt Foundation Partner to Support Youth Environmental Action in the Greenbelt

Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF) announced a new partnership with the Greenbelt Foundation to support Credit Valley Conservation’s (CVC) Community Outreach Youth Stewardship Programs today.

Oct 18, 2023

Nature Inspires as Conservation Gala Receives Outpouring of Support

Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF) hosted its 17th Annual Conservation Gala, presented by 407 ETR on Thursday, October 12 at Lionhead Golf and Conference Centre in Brampton.

Jun 9, 2023

Credit Valley Conservation and Canon Team up for Climate Change Solutions on Local School Grounds

Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF) announced today a sponsorship agreement with Canon Canada Inc. (Canon) to build a rain garden at St. Joseph Catholic Elementary School in Brampton.

Jun 9, 2023

Friends of Island Lake Host Annual Spring Trail Donation Day

The Friends of Island Lake (FOIL) held their annual Spring Trail Donation Day on Saturday, June 3 at Island Lake Conservation Area.

Mar 17, 2023

Help Bring the First Indigenous Gathering Space to Life on the Credit Valley Trail!

Indigenous Peoples in Canada have a rich and diverse cultural heritage that has been suppressed for far too long. It is time for us to take a different path. Right now, at the Credit Valley Trail’s northern trailhead in Orangeville, Credit Valley Conservation is proud to be constructing our first Indigenous placemaking site, the Crane Gathering Space, at Island Lake Conservation Area.

Feb 13, 2023

Credit Valley Conservation and The UPS Foundation join forces to support more sustainable communities

The Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF) announced today a renewed two-year partnership with The UPS Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the global logistics leader, in support of Credit Valley Conservation’s (CVC) Community Outreach tree planting and youth engagement programs. The UPS Foundation committed more than $100,000 to help sustain and enhance local green spaces in the Credit River Watershed.

Nov 28, 2022

Connecting with our Past is Essential to our Future

The entire watershed is situated on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. The watershed is also the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat and Haudenosaunee and home to many First Nations, Inuit and Métis People. In support of Indigenous Peoples, Credit Valley Conservation is committed to empowering Indigenous leadership in conservation through the development of dedicated space along the Credit Valley Trail (CVT) to honour Indigenous knowledge, history and present-day culture.

Nov 25, 2022

Nature Inspires as Conservation Gala Receives Outpouring of Support

Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF) hosted its 16th Annual Conservation Gala, presented by Argo Development Corp on Thursday, November 17 at Lionhead Golf and Conference Centre in Brampton.

Jun 2, 2022

Friends of Island Lake Host Annual Spring Trail Donation Day

May 25, 2022

Friends of Island Lake to Host Spring Trail Donation Day

On Saturday, May 28, show your love for Island Lake Conservation Area at the annual Spring Trail Donation Day from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. This event is hosted by the Friends of Island Lake (FOIL) in partnership with Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF).

Nov 23, 2021

Nature Inspires as Conservation Gala Receives Outpouring of Support

Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF) hosted its 15th Anniversary Conservation Gala, presented by Lakeview Community Partners on Thursday, November 18.

Oct 13, 2021

15th Anniversary Conservation Gala

We’re very pleased to announce the details of the 15th Anniversary Conservation Gala, Presented by Lakeview Community Partners.

Oct 11, 2021

Rattray Marsh Receives Funding from Petro-Canada Lubricants

Thanks to a generous donation from HollyFrontier’s Petro­Canada Lubricants business, CVC created a new entrance that is fully accessible and provides a safe and attractive welcome to Rattray Marsh

Oct 5, 2021

Morphology Photography Exhibit Shines a Light on Mississauga’s Waterfront Transformation

Morphology 2021, presented by Lakeview Community Partners, is an evolving photography exhibit, documenting construction of the Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area.

Sep 15, 2021

Friends of Island Lake Host Annual Trail Donation Day

The event was hosted in partnership with Credit Valley Conservation Foundation (CVCF) and raised $2,300 in support Island Lake’s Covered Bridge Project.

Jun 2, 2021

CVC Foundation partners with Timber Specialties Limited on accessible boardwalk

Supported by a generous donation of lumber from Timber Specialties Limited, Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) plans a series of boardwalk renovations at Rattray Marsh Conservation Area throughout 2021.

May 20, 2021

Mowing for a Cause

High schoolers Jonathan Wits and Gabriel Vera donate 20 per cent of their lawn care business earnings to support Rattray Marsh.

Mar 17, 2021

A Call to Help

Island Lake has always been a place I’ve enjoyed spending time. In its early days, the park was a hidden gem...

Feb 25, 2021

A Bridge to Our Heritage

This spring, Island Lake Conservation Area is preparing for its 51st summer season...

Jan 11, 2021

CVC Foundation’s Holiday Campaign Hits New Milestones in Support of the Credit Valley Trail

The month-long campaign in December raised more than $40,000...

Dec 23, 2020

Hiking Toward a Healthier Future

During the holidays, we find ourselves reflecting on the year past. Whether it’s lessons learned or what we’re grateful for, it’s a time to cherish what’s important...