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Water Sources - February 3, 2011
December 2, 2010
- SSEA thanks partners for another successful year…
Severn Sound Environmental Association (SSEA) held its annual Partners’ Reception at the Midland Public Library on Thursday December 2nd. Several heads of Council and
Councillors- past and present, SSEA members, community service groups, volunteers and landowners attended to celebrate our partnerships, projects and award recipients.
The Bob Whittam Environmental Award was presented to Andy Fletcher, whose contributions to the Severn Sound area are numerous. Bob
Whittam, who was unable to attend the Reception, wrote “Andy spoke eloquently to the value of wetlands and wildlife habitat to many stakeholders. He was also an important link between hunters and naturalists”.
Over the past year, the SSEA has worked with a number of organizations, individuals and businesses to monitor environmental quality and implement stewardship projects to protect the Severn Sound watershed. In total, 67 landowners and partners were recognized for their exceptional contributions to the Severn Sound environment.
Three awards were presented to local partners and individuals in recognition for their outstanding contributions to the protection and sustainability of the Severn Sound area.
The first award was presented to the Town of Penetanguishene for their achievement in adopting energy efficient LED street light technology. John Boucher, the Town of Penetanguishene’s Director of Public Works accepted the award.
The Township of Springwater received an award in recognition of their new environmentally sustainable Administration
Centre. Former Deputy Mayor Tony Hope accepted the award.
Angela and Paul Wilson owners and operators of Busy Bee Taxi Service in Midland were recognized for their achievements in reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the Seven Sound area with their 100% Hybrid fleet.
Lynn Dolin, Chair of the South Georgian Bay Lake Simcoe Source Protection Committee addressed the audience about the Source Water Protection program. Lynn articulated that the Source Protection Committee and staff are beginning the process of consultation with municipalities and stakeholders to develop the Source Water Protection Plan which has been mandated by the Ontario Clean Water Act.
Thanks to all who were able to attend our Reception. The SSEA appreciates all of our partners and
supporters and we look forward to continuing our cooperative partnerships in 2011.
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For more information, contact Gail Marchildon, SSEA Office Manager at 527-5166 ext 207 or by email gmarchildon@midland.ca
May 6, 2010 - International
Joint Commission posts letters
regarding the scope of the International
Upper Great Lakes Study. The second phase of the study will continue
to examine whether the IJC Order of Approval and plan for regulating Lake
Superior outflows should be modified to address the evolving needs of
users on Lakes Superior, Huron, Michigan and Erie and the changing climate
(IJC Website 2010).
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