Summary of Functions of Committee: As outlined in the Clean Water Act, 2006, the Mattagami Region Source Protection Committee was created according to the provincial regulation. The Mattagami Region Source Protection Committee will oversee a science-based planning process to develop a Source Protection Plan to protect the City of Timmins' municipal drinking water source.

Composition of the Committee: The Committee, by regulation, consists of 10 members, excluding the Chair. The Committee is comprised of seats representing the Municipal Sector(3), Economic Sector(3), Other Interests Sector(3) and First Nations(1).

The Mattagami Region Conservation Authority and the Wintergreen Fund for Conservation are inviting City residents to come out to the Hersey Lake Conservation Area on Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 10 a.m. to participate in Timmins Hiking Day. The event is part of the Province’s Trails Open celebration and is designed to highlight our community trail system and the many health benefits associated with walking and cycling. Volunteers will be on hand to lead several guided hikes of differing lengths while describing some of the unique plants and animals we have here in Northern Ontario. Please make sure you dress for the weather and bring sturdy footwear. There will be several outdoor exhibits and staff will be on hand to answer any of your questions. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, call (705) 360-2660. Please meet next to the picnic shelter at the Hersey Lake Conservation Area.

Wintergreen Fund Will Be Handing Out Trees This Saturday at Three Locations Across The City

The Wintergreen Fund for Conservation with the support of Millson Forestry is pleased to announce that they will be hosting the Annual Arbour Day celebration at three locations across the City; the White Waterfront Conservation Area in South Porcupine, the Mattagami Park in Mountjoy and at the Gillies Lake Conservation Area. The event will be this Saturday, June 4 from 10 AM to 1 PM. In addition to the handing out of white spruce seedlings, everyone will be eligible to win one of three bat boxes or one of the new Birds of Timmins posters.

As in past years, those picking up trees will be asked for a small voluntary donation. The monies raised will go towards the many Wintergreen community conservation projects including trails, conservation education and student bursaries. It should be noted that Muddy Mark will be on hand at the Mountjoy location to answer any questions you may have concerning trees, birds or what you can do to help the environment.

Those wanting more information can contact the Wintergreen Fund or the Conservation Authority at 360-2660.

The Wintergreen Fund for Conservation and the Mattagami Region Conservation Authority have launched their latest fundraiser with the release of an all-new Birds of Timmins poster. The poster features 34 pictures taken by local photographers and a checklist of all the birds identified in the Timmins area since 1987. The checklist is a great way to keep track of the birds you spot on your walks or those visiting your feeder at home or at the cottage.

The poster costs $5 ($25 mounted) and is available at the Conservation Authority office at Gillies Lake. All proceeds go towards community conservation projects including improvements to our conservation areas and trails, tree planting and student bursaries. You can call 360-2660 for more information.