Credit Valley Conservation | Protecting Nature in the Credit River Watershed

Enjoy 20% off canoe, kayak and paddleboard rentals at Ken Whillans and Island Lake Conservation Areas from September 18 to October 25. Excludes the Paddle Pod.

Get Inspired by Nature

Network and Build New Skills While Supporting Your Community

Volunteering is more than a way to give back. It's an opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop leadership skills, and demonstrate initiative.

Check Your Eligibility for the Neighbourhood Tree Giveaway

If you live within the Cooksville or Acton SNAP boundaries, you could be eligible for a free tree delivered and planted by CVC.

Join us for the 19th Annual Credit Valley Conservation Gala

Our Gala is more than a fundraising event, it's an opportunity to celebrate our collective impact, and recognize the community members who make our work possible.

River & Streams

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Lake Ontario Shoreline

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Low Water Conditions

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Learn more about ﬂood warning & forecasting View water levels & precipitation in real-time

Get Inspired by Nature

Network and Build New Skills While Supporting Your Community

Volunteering is more than a way to give back. It's an opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop leadership skills, and demonstrate initiative.

Check Your Eligibility for the Neighbourhood Tree Giveaway

If you live within the Cooksville or Acton SNAP boundaries, you could be eligible for a free tree delivered and planted by CVC.

Join us for the 19th Annual Credit Valley Conservation Gala

Our Gala is more than a fundraising event, it's an opportunity to celebrate our collective impact, and recognize the community members who make our work possible.

River & Streams

Normal

Lake Ontario Shoreline

Normal

Low Water Conditions

Normal

Learn more about ﬂood warning & forecasting View water levels & precipitation in real-time

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Upper Credit River surrounded by trees with fall colours

Upper Credit Conservation Area

Boardwalk surrounded by mature trees at Silver Creek

Silver Creek Conservation Area

Two park visitors sightseeing at Rattray Marsh Conservation Area

Rattray Marsh Conservation Area

Water rippling underneath a stone bridge at Limehouse

Limehouse Conservation Area

Park visitor walking their dog on Elora Cataract Trailway.

Elora Cataract Trailway

Park visitors on bridge at Belfountain.

Belfountain Conservation Area

Parent and child fishing at the end of a pond

Ken Whillans Conservation Area

A family walks along a trail in the fall.

Terra Cotta Conservation Area

Couple canoeing at Island Lake Conservation Area with calm water, surrounding forest, and walking trail under a clear blue sky in Orangeville.

Island Lake Conservation Area

A paved asphalt trail curves through a grassy landscape beside a wooden fence, leading toward a lake.

Jim Tovey Lakeview Conservation Area

News & Blog

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Rep Your Favourite Credit Valley Park

Sep. 11, 2026

Our New Collection Celebrates What Makes Each Park Unique There’s something special about having a connection to our […]

Common Moths in Your Backyard

Sep. 8, 2026

Tips and Tricks for Creating a Pollinator-friendly Yard and Garden Moths are important and effective pollinators. They are […]

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Transform Your Property with Sustainable Landscaping

Aug. 27, 2026

Sustainable Landscaping with Greening Corporate Grounds Sustainable landscaping projects have many benefits, but getting started can feel like a […]

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Nature’s Storytellers: Meet Our Conservation Interpreters

Aug. 27, 2026

Inspiring Curiosity Through Nature This summer, visitors exploring our parks may have come across a staff member peering […]

Upcoming Events

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Cooksville Park Litter CleanupSep19

September 19 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Cooksville Park – Frayne Ct Entrance

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Caledon Creek Tree PlantingSep19

September 19 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Caledon Creek

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From Insight to Action: Building Intelligent WatersSep22

September 22 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Credit Valley Conservation Head Office or Online

Invasive Species 101: Spot, Learn and ExploreSep24

September 24 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Prospect Park

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National Forest Week: Sir Donald Mann Park Tree PlantingSep26

September 26 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Sir Donald Mann Park

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National Forest Week: Sheridan Woodlands Tree PlantingSep26

September 26 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Sheridan Woodlands Park

Cooksville SNAP Neighbourhood Walk with Reconnect MississaugaSep27

September 27 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am

Cooksville Park – Meet at Frayne Ct Entrance

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Fall Wagon Rides at Terra Cotta Conservation AreaSep27

September 27 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Terra Cotta Conservation Area

Caring For Your Yard WebinarSep29

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Tanners Woodlot Invasive Plant RemovalOct3

October 3 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

Tanners Drive Park

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White Willow Park Tree PlantingOct3

October 3 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm

White Willow Common Park

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Fall Wagon Rides at Terra Cotta Conservation AreaOct3

October 3 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm

Terra Cotta Conservation Area

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