HCA to help Canada reach 30% land protection goal by 2030

Three Hamilton Conservation Authority (HCA) properties have been officially designated as contributing to Canada’s land protection goal by 2030.

The assessment of more than 2,200 hectares of land and water determined that they met strict national standards for the protection of biodiversity, qualifying them as protected areas.

Last December, Canada supported the 30 by 30 target as part of the Global Diversity Framework at the United Nations Biodiversity Conference in Montreal.

“Hamilton Conservation Authority is committed to preserving the environment and protecting the natural heritage features of our community,” says Lisa Burnside, HCAs Chief Administrative Officer.

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“We are honored to have our hard work and dedication recognized on a larger scale, and we look forward to continuing to make a positive impact in our community and beyond.”

The properties include the Dundas Valley Conservation Area, Beverly Swamp Natural Area, and Fletcher Creek Ecological Preserve.

These lands serve important ecological and hydrological functions and are a virtual refuge for many species, including those at risk of extinction.

HCA and @OntarioNature are pleased to announce that three of the conservation authority’s properties totaling 2,239 hectares now officially contribute towards Canada’s goal of protecting 30 percent of our lands and waters by 2030. https://t.co/qaiGlaG6L1 pic.twitter.com/3LxlyoFwSQ

— Hamilton CA (@Hamilton_CA) May 9, 2023