Acquisition Leadership Workshop 

Land acquisition is essential to protecting and advancing environmental conservation, particularly as urban growth intensifies across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. By acquiring key natural lands in our Credit River Watershed, CVC can work to protect water resources at their source, conserve biodiversity and habitat, connect natural systems into enduring green networks, and provide space for people to connect with nature—functions that are increasingly threatened by development and land use changes . Land acquisiton also strengthens climate resilience by preserving forests and wetlands that filter water, store carbon, cool urban heat hot spots, and buffer communities from flooding and erosion—critical benefits that cannot be guaranteed by policy alone.

Recognizing the leadership role required to advance this work, a first-of-its-kind, co-hosted workshop in September 2025 brought together the CVCF and CVC Boards of Directors. Designed to inform leadership, strengthen shared understanding, and build momentum toward aligned strategic priorities, the session created space for knowledge sharing and collective discussion on land acquisition, stewardship, and long-term conservation impact. Together, we are laying the foundation for strong, informed leadership in this critical work.

Partners in the Trail Symposium 

The Credit Valley Trail (CVT) is a transformative, continuous 100-kilometre trail network connecting communities to nature, culture, and the Credit River—advancing active transportation, eco-tourism, ecological connectivity, and regional well-being.

Last fall, more than 60 partners, municipal leaders, tourism representatives, and volunteers gathered for the “Partners on the Path” Symposium, celebrating 43 km of trail now connected and reaching 65% of the $10-million Community Campaign goal. The gathering reinforced a shared vision for the CVT and the importance of partnership-driven, joint decision-making.

2026 will be a pivotal year, with plans for a community-focused event, a second Partners Symposium, and early work to revitalize the CVT experience through an interactive trail website highlighting eco-tourism opportunities.

The vision is clear: the Credit Valley Trail belongs to all of us. Through collaborative leadership, community-led decision-making and inspired philanthropic partnerships, it is becoming a shared legacy for the watershed—rooted in connection, conservation, and community.