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Success Stories
Recent News:
The Hamilton Conservation Authority and its partners (including BARC) were nominated for an MOE Award of Excellence for work on the Spencer Creek Stewardship Action Plan. The project received special recognition in the "community" category. For more information please visit:
http://www.ene.gov.on.ca/environment/en/about/EnvironmentalExcellence/STDPROD_089000
Working together, government, industry, interested stakeholders and the community have achieved the following successes:
New Public Access and Improved Aesthetics
With public access now restored to 28% of the Harbour shoreline, people are returning to Hamilton Harbour to enjoy recreational activities from cycling and strolling, to picnicking, sightseeing and dining. Tour boats show off our beautiful bay, and with the addition of attractions like the Canada Marine Discovery Centre and Canada’s most decorated warship, the HMCS Haida, people are rediscovering Hamilton Harbour.
Increased Education and Public Information
BARC has increased its presence in the community through displays, presentations and public events. Through Watershed Watch, BARC has added two new public education and outreach programs to help inform and empower community members so they can do their part in creating and sustaining a healthy Harbour.
Superior Land Management
The Hamilton-Halton Watershed Stewardship Program has reached more than 3,000 landowners, sharing information about the role individuals can play in habitat protection and restoration. Stewardship agreements now cover 2,900 hectares of significant wetland and upland habitat.
Water Quality Improvements
Upgrading and expanding the Burlington Skyway Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) has improved the quality of the effluent entering the Harbour. Local industries continue to meet and exceed the environmental standards for discharges. These efforts are having a visible impact upon water quality.
Toxic Substance Reduction and Sediment Remediation
Plans for the remediation of toxic sediment at Randle Reef are underway. Pesticides use on city-owned properties has decreased and programs like Yellow Fish Road™ are educating the public about proper disposal of household hazardous waste.
Return of Fish and Wildlife
Improvements in the Harbour have resulted in the return of many fish species. More than 65 species of fish call our Harbour home and the bay rivals Point Pelee for the variety of birds that use it as a migratory stop over.
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