The Town of the Blue Mountains Council voted recently to have staff provide a report dealing with flooding in the Craigleith Lowlands.. This, decision followed a deputation by Carl Michener, President of the Blue Mountain Watershed Trust (BMWT) in which he warned that new development could significantly increase flood risks for [...]
David Donnelly Letter (or portion thereof) Blue Mountain Watershed Trust’s case at the Ontario OLT was the only remaining path to meaningfully mitigate flooding risk to the surrounding communities near the Silver Creek Wetland. The Town of Collingwood and the Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority (NVCA) have chosen to rely on rudimentary [...]
Wetlands are some of the most productive and valuable ecosystems on the planet, yet they are also among the most threatened. Often overlooked as “swamps” or “unused land,” wetlands quietly provide services that communities depend on every day. Understanding their importance helps us make informed decisions about land use, climate [...]
Tribute to Volunteer, Norm Wingrove, by Carl Michener, President , BMWT For more than a quarter century, Norm Wingrove embodied the spirit of dedication, humility, and quiet leadership that defines the Blue Mountain Watershed Trust Foundation. As President for over 25 years—and later as Treasurer, Secretary, and an active member of [...]
On Thursday, January 28, 2026 the opening day of the OLT Hearing for Huntingwood Trails East, the Blue Mountain Watershed Trust’s lawyer, David Donnelly, recommended that all participating Parties’ engineers meet, review and update the 2D modelling of the property in question. The Vice-Chair of the OLT Hearing agreed with this [...]
On January 26, 2026, The Town of the Blue Mountains Council voted to launch a comprehensive flooding assessment for the Craigleith Lowlands, following a deputation by the Blue Mountain Watershed Trust (BMWT) warning that new development could significantly increase flood risks for residents and property owners. In his deputation, BMWT President [...]
Last year, both the Town of Collingwood and the Nottawasaga Conservation Authority (NVCA) officially opposed a development proposed for a wetland. Now, most Councillors appear ready to appease the developer, putting nearby residents at high risk of flooding. The NVCA seems to be OK with that. The original Minutes of Settlement [...]
Join us for the Watershed Trust AGM -- Thursday January 15, 2026 Please join your fellow Blue Mountain Watershed Trust Foundation members for the Watershed Trust's Annual General Meeting (AGM) and to celebrate our 30th year as a local environmental charity! Come learn more about the positive impact BMWT has had [...]
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Town of Collingwood opposed Huntingwood Trails East development, but now appears ready to settle despite significant risks The Silver Creek Wetland is the largest remaining wetland on the south coast of Georgian Bay. It’s an important stop for migratory birds that is teeming with life of all kinds. Straddling the Town [...]
