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On Friday September 22, on the eve of our ECA event series with Edward Burtynsky, we received some great news – the CRA had officially granted Charitable Status to the Escarpment Corridor Alliance. This marks a very important milestone in our mission to protect the escarpment of Southern Georgian Bay. The work of the ECA…
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Three critical lessons can be learned from the recent Greenbelt debacle: Like many others the ECA is pleased to support those MPPs from all parties that will vote for the proposed legislation and see the removed parcels reinstated into the Greenbelt. However, we caution that further work on this legislation is required to fully protect…
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The Escarpment Corridor Alliance (ECA), a beacon of environmental preservation in South Georgian Bay, recently marked a pivotal moment in its journey by welcoming fresh faces to its esteemed Board of Directors. While celebrating new beginnings, the organization also expressed profound gratitude for the contributions of two key members who had been instrumental since its…
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The future is looking bright and ‘green’ for both people and nature along the South Georgian Bay Escarpment. Larry & Barbara Hall, founding philanthropists of the new South Georgian Bay Innovation Fund (‘SGBIF’), and the Escarpment Corridor Alliance (‘ECA”), have come together in a new partnership. The SGBIF has pledged $75,000 over three years to…
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In a recent gathering of like-minded organizations, the Escarpment Corridor Alliance (ECA) hosted a partner meeting on June 23. The primary objective was to foster collaboration and strengthen alliances among the participants, all of whom share a common goal of safeguarding the Niagara Escarpment in South Georgian Bay. Guided by ECA Board Member, David Scoon,…
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Two critical events occurred in November 2022 that make the Escarpment Corridor Alliance’s work and plans for 2023/2024 so essential for the future of Ontario’s environment. First, Conservative Premier Doug Ford announced the removal of 7,400 acres from Ontario’s Greenbelt. This announcement led to an immediate and immense public outcry from just about every stakeholder…
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On March 1st, 2022, the Escarpment Corridor Alliance made its public debut over a Zoom meeting. It’s hard to believe all that has transpired over the past year and how far the ECA has come. With this post, we would like to reflect on all that has been accomplished over the past year. And, in…
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Council voted unanimously to work with regional partners and the province to enhance local land conservation through a formal collaboration process. This calls for a celebration! Local residents and environmental advocates were thrilled to witness a 5-0 vote by The Blue Mountains Council to move forward with a proposal to increase the collaboration between…
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As we look back on 2022, we’re encouraged by all that we’ve accomplished together since our launch in March – and we’re grateful for your support. Over the past year, we’ve raised awareness about the threats facing our natural lands and connected with residents, businesses and organizations in support of our home! Through elections, outreach,…
