Conservation Authorities

· Ausable-Bayfield Conservation Authority -

The Ausable Bayfield Conservation Authority (ABCA) is an independent, corporate body established under the Conservation Authorities Act. It is located in southwestern Ontario bordering the shores of Lake Huron and it carries the banner of being the first of 38 conservation authorities formed across Ontario.

· St. Clair Region Conservation Authority -

The St. Clair Region Conservation Authority is located in southwestern Ontario and includes the Sydenham River watershed and thirteen smaller watersheds draining directly into southern Lake Huron, the St. Clair River and northeastern Lake St. Clair.

The Conservation Authority implements programs to reduce the risk to life and property from flooding and erosion; water and land stewardship; forestry; wildlife habitat creation and outdoor recreation.