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Ontario Trails Council is a charity, led by a volunteer board of directors, that promotes the use, management, development, and preservation of trails and trail-based activities in Ontario.  Please consider supporting us through a donation or a membership. Thanks.     ONTARIO TRAIL NEWS   TORONTO — Ontario is taking action to enhance the effectiveness of the province’s conservation authorities, which will create consistency, reduce costs and drive faster outcomes for the communities they serve. These changes will support the government’s commitment to protect Ontario’s economy by speeding up critical infrastructure and housing development, while safeguarding the environment. To lead these efforts, Hassaan Basit, a well-respected and non-partisan leader with deep experience with local conservation authorities, will serve in a newly created role as the Chief Conservation Executive, effective August 4, 2025. “Our government recognizes the vital role that Ontario’s conservation authorities play in watershed management and protecting communities from natural hazards,” said Todd McCarthy, Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks. “I am looking forward to leading our government’s efforts to bring common sense conservation principles to the role of conservation authorities and this newly created role under Hassaan’s leadership will support these efforts across the province.” Since 2019, Ontario has been working to improve the operations of conservation authorities to better ensure they have the required tools to protect the communities they serve, through legislative and regulatory changes that have significantly improved governance, oversight, transparency and accountability of conservation authorities, while streamlining decision-making processes. “I’m honoured to join the Province of Ontario at this pivotal moment for conservation,” said Hassaan Basit, newly appointed Chief Conservation Executive. “Over my 20 years in the conservation sector, I’ve learned that effective flood protection is not just about safeguarding the environment — it’s about enabling prosperous, sustainable communities. Conservation authorities were created to strike that balance, and they have worked for decades to protect people and property while supporting economic prosperity. As we move forward, modernization is essential to ensure they remain focused, effective, and ready to meet Ontario’s growing needs — whether it’s mitigating flood risks, enabling housing supply or supporting long-term resilience.” Mr. Basit is currently the Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Burlington. Prior to this, Mr. Basit was President and CEO of Conservation Halton, where he led initiatives in flood risk management, environmental restoration, sustainable development, and outdoor recreation. During this time, Mr. Basit also chaired a provincial working group that advised government on the implementation of key changes to improve the ability of conservation authorities to protect Ontario’s water, land and natural resources. He holds an Executive MBA in Digital Transformation and a Governance Certification from McMaster University, a Master of Science in Science Communication from Queen’s University Belfast, and a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Political Science from the University of Toronto. Additional Resources Learn about conservation authorities Find your local conservation authority or visit a conservation area   Media Contacts Alexandru Cioban Minister's Office Alexandru.Cioban@ontario.ca Gary Wheeler Communications Branch Gary.S.Wheeler@ontario.ca 416-314-6666   Ontario Trails Council encourages the Economic Developers Council of Ontario   Canada Day Celebrations - London, Ontario. (London is an OTC Member) Here's how to celebrate Canada Day in London all weekend long | CBC News CBC Those planning to head outdoors may want to pack an umbrella alongside their sunscreen and water bottle as Environment Canada is forecasting a ... Canada Day in Burlington (Burlington's Membership is Pending) What's open and closed in Burlington on Canada Day? - Inside Halton Inside Halton The city offers a free Canada Day shuttle from Burlington Centre Parking Lot (outside Old Navy), beginning at noon. The shuttle operates on a ... Canada Day! Celebrating Happy Canada Day: A National Festivity - Info Petite Nation Info Petite Nation Many people took advantage of the long weekend to participate in outdoor activities, showcasing the spirit of adventure that is deeply woven into ... Long Point Conservation is a great place to spend Canada Day! Looking for something fun to do Canada Day long weekend? Why not check out ... - NorfolkToday.ca NorfolkToday.ca The Long Point Region Conservation Authority is reminding campers that nightly spots are available this Canada... This Canada Day - get out to a local park trail. Family-friendly Canada Day activities and fireworks coming to Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park Town of Oakville Get ready for an unforgettable evening of celebration, culture, and community spirit! Canada Day at Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park is proudly ... In NW Ontario? - check this Canada Day Events news out! Where to celebrate Canada Day in northwestern Ontario | CBC News CBC ... Ontario have all kinds of events planned for Canada Day 2025. (Dave ... Elsewhere, Thunder Bay Metre Eaters will be holding a Canada Day trail run at ... In Windsor-Essex?, check out these Canada Day Events What to do on Canada Day in Windsor-Essex CTV News You can feed birds, hike 5-kilometres of trails in Kennedy Woods, walk along the Storyboard Trail, visit the Jack Miner Museum, tour the Jack Miner ... Thunder Bay on Canada Day Open and Closed: Thunder Bay over the Canada Day long weekend – July 1, 2025 NetNewsLedger Canada Day on the Waterfront & Fort William Historical Park. Open & bustling ... All City parks, beach areas, trails, including Centennial Park ... Thanks INsauga! - a complete listing of Ontario Cities and Towns What's OPEN and CLOSED Canada Day July 1 in all Ontario cities and towns - INsauga INsauga Parks and trails will be open, as will some recreation centres. The Wet'n'Wild water park is open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.. Commuters should note ...   Get out on a Hamilton Trail - we appreciate the generous support of the City of Hamilton at OTC! Things to do in Hamilton this Canada Day weekend | CBC News CBC Outdoor pools open for the season, the Big Bounce Canada comes to town ... outdoors and stay cool. Here's a list to help you make the most of the ... Tottenham Celebrations on Canada Day! Canada Day celebrations at Tottenham Conservation Area - The Hamilton Spectator The Hamilton Spectator It's time to celebrate our nation, heritage, and culture when Canada Day takes place on Tuesday, July 1.   The Ontario Trails Council works with Intact Public Entities on trail risk management

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Ontario Trails Council is a charity, led by a volunteer board of directors, that promotes the use, management, development, and preservation of trails and trail-based activities in Ontario.  Please consider supporting us through a donation or a membership. Thanks.   TRAIL NEWS Take water, wear cool clothing if going out over the next little while. Watch the weather! 'Dangerously hot and humid': Environment Canada places all of southern Ontario under heat warning Inside Halton Plan and schedule outdoor activities during the coolest parts of the day. Limit direct exposure to the sun and heat. Wear lightweight, light ... Watch for the signs of heat stress and illness What are the signs of heat illness? - The Globe and Mail The Globe and Mail Limit outdoor activities, especially exertion and exercise outdoors, during this time. ... A new report by Statistics Canada says deaths in the ... Way to work through the difficulty during the race. Cyclist overcomes bike mishap to win elite women's gravel title - MidlandToday.ca MidlandToday.ca Clarke was a ski racer as a kid, and dabbled in mountain biking for fun. ... Ontario News · Canada · World · National Business · National Sports. More. For a complete list of water trails see Ontario Trails Canoe and Kayak Paddle to Canadian Canoe Museum for National Canoe Day - The Peterborough Examiner The Peterborough Examiner Ever since, and in many ways — from proclamations to paddling parties — Canadians have connected and shared their love for canoes and kayaks.”. Clean parks and trails. Thanks Toronto! City launches cleaning blitz to refresh Toronto's public spaces, streets and parks for the summer CBC ... outdoors to enjoy the summer weather ... It is a priority for CBC to create products that are accessible to all in Canada including people with visual, ... Gatineau Park Trail partly closed. Partial Closure of Gatineau Park's Trail 52 from June 23 to mid-July, 2025 National Capital Commission Partial Closure of Gatineau Park's Trail 52 from June 23 to mid-July, 2025 ... Canada. Important notices and disclaimers · Regulations · Transparency ... Congratulations on the Two Nations Paddle! Sudbury news: Wikwemikong & Six Nations Tourism come together for Two Nations Paddle CTV News ... Paddle. June 19, 2025 at 8:13PM EDT. Indigenous sculpture finds final resting ... Canada fight wildfires in B.C. · Special ceremony in Ont. lays ... Nothing but deaths, drunk driving and stolen machines. OFATV please rejoin OTC cause there is nothing but negative news in the press about ATV'ing Young Residents Stolen ATV Found and Returned After Community Tip | FM101 Milton Now FM101 Milton Now Young Residents Stolen ATV Found and Returned After Community Tip. Milton, Ontario, Canada / FM101 Milton Now. Nick Eeuwes. Jun 16, 2025 | 2:28 PM.   Waterloo Adds e-bikes and e-scooters to its bike share program Link to article   Ontario Trails Council encourages the Economic Developers Council of Ontario Thanks Toronto.com, Pinery Provincial Park is great. This Ontario park with 10 km of sandy beach is one of the best spots in the world to watch sunsets Toronto.com “This park features everything from hiking and ski trails to water channels, sand dunes, sandy beaches and a beautiful forest canopy,” according ... Canada Strong Pass Released New Canada Strong Pass provides free entry to national parks, discounts at museums CIC News This summer, you can enjoy free entry to national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas with the new Canada Strong Pass. Other Canadian ... And in off season cross country skiing news! Caledonia Nordic Ski Club to host the Nordiq Canada 2026 Olympic Trials - PG Daily News PG Daily News ... Nordic venue. Investments in snowmaking infrastructure and the development of Canada's first paved roller ski and roller biathlon trails have been ... Thanks for the community support to sustain this trail and get it re-opened Jim Gordon Boardwalk reopens in Greater Sudbury - CTV News CTV News Now that it's open again, it's again part of the Trans Canada Trail, which spans more than 28,000 kilometres. Download the CTV News app now · Sign ... Please follow all posted rules, our condolences to the rider and his family. Motorcycle and SUV collide near Cornwall - Yahoo Yahoo Two people were transported to hospital with what the Ontario ... Motorcyclist dies after colliding with ATV near Chesterville. 12 hours ... Cycling is a joy, Just pick a safe spot to ride. Rail trails are some of the best, no road traffic. Pedalling Joy: How Cycling Without Age Gives Adults a Second Chance to Ride - Welland Tribune Welland Tribune Following a successful 2024 cycling season, the Cycling Without ... ONTARIO NOW NEWSLETTER. Get our free new weekly newsletter. Error! Sorry ... On June 21, 2025 we acknowledged National Indigenous People;s Day on our social media.      Ontario Trails Council works with Intact Public Entities on trail risk management

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Ontario Trails Council is a charity, led by a volunteer board of directors, that promotes the use, management, development, and preservation of trails and trail-based activities in Ontario.      Mayor's Walks   Some of the results have started to flow in. A number of communities held walks on Provincial/International Trails Day. We will provide links to other walks and trail celebrations that took place June 7, as well as throughout the year. The Ontario Trails "Mayor's Walk" events are open to OTC member organizations to act as hosts for a walk in 2025. Tell us when you are having an event in 2025 Event Notification Sheet. With trails in 100's of Ontario Communities this is a great way to showcase your local support while enabling all the Mayor's and their trail friends to get out for a celebration of trails. Send us details about your Trail Day Celebration!  A few of the Trails Celebrations around Ontario: Oxford County Trails Council            Hamilton Conservation          Bruce Trail Conservancy.                  Niagara Trails Committee  Casque Isles Trail, Terrace Bay               North Bay                                          Friends of Laurier Woods                 Kawartha Conservation                    Quinte Conservation             Windsor Recreation and Leisure Services.    Kincardine Trails  Gatineau Park     Trail Workers of America (shared our post from BTC) Thunder Bay Hiking Group.               Niagara Bruce Trail Club Did you Know? Please search 'Trails Day' on Facebook, Ontario Trails provided 80% of Canadian messaging content about trails day.         Ask for the Mayor's Walk event planning tool, email us at execdir@ontariotrails.ca   TRAIL NEWS Dorion. Great to see trails putting smaller northern as part of tourism options. This Ontario town is a hidden gem with a 100-foot-tall pinnacle amid Canada's boreal forest Toronto.com ... activities and local charm,” the tourism organizations website states. ... hiking trails Dorion has to offer including the Ouimet Canyon Trail. Thanks Narcity for promoting the outdoors and trails 9 Ontario provincial parks with the most stunning hidden gem beaches to swim at this summer Narcity The park is also home to several scenic trails, so you'll want to bring your hiking shoes along for the adventure. Ontario Parks Website. Remove ... Nice to see Merrickville-Wolford get some proflle. Great local trails. Canada's most beautiful village is this historic jewel in Ontario that's like stepping back in time Toronto.com ... outdoor adventure, history · Travel · In Albania's new national park, I found a tantalizing mix of outdoor adventure, history and traditional culture. One of our Trails of 1812 Rediscover the leisure and legacy of Queenston Heights Park - PelhamToday.ca PelhamToday.ca With its refreshed look, visitors can enjoy the upgraded amenities, scenic nature trails, an upscale restaurant, or simply stroll through Canada's ... Just like the pioneers in 1812, keep Canada strong this summer! Canada Strong Pass Set to Revolutionize Travel for Families and Youth this Summer Travel And Tour World According to Carney, this initiative is all about “rediscovering Canada,” encouraging individuals to visit national parks, hike Canadian trails, and ... Many Municipalities do see cemeteries this way, rolling parks, trails and cemeteries together as departments COMMENTARY: See cemeteries as public infrastructure | PNI Atlantic News - SaltWire SaltWire ... War of 1812. After being killed in battle later that year, his body was preserved in a barrel of Jamaican rum and shipped on HMS Royal Oak to ... Need funds for a trail project, try this source. Submit Applications for NHCP-LTCF Small Grant Program (Canada) - fundsforNGOs fundsforNGOs Deadline: 15-Sep-25 The Wildlife Habitat Canada is seeking applications for its Natural Heritage Conservation – Land Trusts Conservation Fund ...   Ontario Trails Council encourages the Economic Developers Council of Ontario Burlington is working to revitalize its trail plans Trail Blazers: Burlington's Sculpture Trail Carves Space for Public Reflection The Hamilton Spectator ... Canada's Tourism Relief Fund. Artists from Burlington and across the country exhibit their work to introduce the Burlington community to art and ... It's never to late to promote Toronto Bike Month. Toronto Bike Month 2025 Begins with Group Ride June 4 - GTA Weekly GTA Weekly The morning event begins at 7:30 a.m., with a group of cyclists departing Ramsden Park (Yonge Street and Pears Avenue) and making their way downtown ... Mizzy Lake - right here in Ontario in Algonquin Park. The 10 best places to visit in Canada for incredible wildlife Canada.Com Early morning hikers often spot moose on Mizzy Lake Trail, while paddlers have routine sightings during backcountry canoe trips. Other wildlife in ... A needed piece of the Trans Canada Trail goes into place. `Offroad' path in Kitchener to replace part of Trans Canada Trail on sidewalk - PressReader PressReader The route for a new offroad, 1.3kilometre multiuse path in Kitchener by Schneider's Creek will realign a portion of the Trans Canada Trail that ... Riders and users - be mindful of trail rules if allowed on trails! Councillor wants to crack down on 'plague' of mopeds 'bombing down' bike lanes The Trillium Coun. Dianne Saxe says Toronto's inconsistent bike lane rules are causing accidents and 'public fury' Please operate your recreational vehicles safely and responsibly. Do you recognize this 'dangerous' ATV driver? - SooToday.com SooToday.com Ontario Provincial Police and the Mississauga First Nation Police Service Police are looking for a person they say was operating an ATV ... Ontario Trails Council works with Intact Public Entities on trail risk management

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Ontario Trails Council is a charity, led by a volunteer board of directors, that promotes the use, management, development, and preservation of trails and trail-based activities in Ontario.      Provincial Trails Day Mayor's Walks   Some of the results have started to flow in. A number of communities held walks on Provincial/International Trails Day. We will provide links to other walks and trail celebrations that took place June 7, as well as throughout the year. The Ontario Trails "Mayor's Walk" events are open to OTC member organizations to act as hosts for a walk in 2025. Tell us when you are having an event in 2025 Event Notification Sheet. With trails in 100's of Ontario Communities this is a great way to showcase your local support while enabling all the Mayor's and their trail friends to get out for a celebration of trails.   We'd like to acknowledge the Town of Grimsby who sent in this photo. It looks like there was a good turn out across Ontario. Ruth Moffat wrote "We had a lovely hike today for the first Mayor’s Walk. Our Mayor, Jeff Jordan, is 3rd from left." Thanks Mayor! Temiskaming Shores celebrated all the dads in our life, with a yummy brunch at the Cobalt Miners Tavern following the event. There was a run or walk 1k, 2k, 5k, 10k or 15k on roads around Cobalt Lake. Afterwards, folks joined us at the Cobalt Miners Tavern for a light brunch! All events started at 9:30am.    The Moraine Adventure Relay is a team challenge race sponsored by the Oak Ridges Trail Association in Ontario, Canada. The Full Relay is a 160 km across the Oak Ridges Moraine Trail or participants entered for a Half Relay 80 km. Participants had the opportunity to explore the Oak Ridges Moraine Trail. Send us details about your Trail Day Celebration!  A few of the Trails Celebrations around Ontario: Oxford County Trails Council            Hamilton Conservation          Bruce Trail Conservancy.                  Niagara Trails Committee  Casque Isles Trail, Terrace Bay               North Bay                                          Friends of Laurier Woods                 Kawartha Conservation                    Quinte Conservation             Windsor Recreation and Leisure Services.    Kincardine Trails  Gatineau Park     Trail Workers of America (shared our post from BTC) Thunder Bay Hiking Group.               Niagara Bruce Trail Club Did you Know? Please search 'Trails Day' on Facebook, Ontario Trails provided 80% of Canadian messaging content about trails day.         Ask for the Mayor's Walk event planning tool, email us at execdir@ontariotrails.ca We wish to thank the Town of Temiskaming Shores, Town of Plympton-Wyoming, City of Orillia, Oak Ridges Trail Association, Newmarket, Grimsby and Durham Region for expressing an interest in hosting a Mayor's Walk in 2025!         Add Our Logo We ask members to place our logo on your trail pages! We can provide variety of styles and colours.  We thank Hike Ontario RTO7 Bruce, Grey, Simcoe  Ontario Equestrian and the Rideau Trail Association for posting our logo or a link to our site and social media. We appreciate your support!   Be a Friend We are a trail community made by up of clubs, municipalities, user federations, health units, and many other types of local organizations and individuals. We have a volunteer Board and a membership that loves trails and trail activity as much as you do. Join or donate today!   Increase your membership   We regularly share the stories of trails on social media, we amplify your local efforts to develop, manage and preserve trails. Our 6 point program for trails in Ontario is better fulfilled with your support. Support us and we'll work to increase your membership.     Get on the map!   Ontario Trails Council members span the entire province and over 24 different uses. We are the only trail organization in Ontario filtering trail best practices on multi-use trails, promoting the safe use by all trail users across all activities.   We also share stories through our weekly newsletter, ‘Trail Wise’ and on our blog.   We hope you would help us through a donation or join the 170 other member organizations supporting our work in Ontario, for more and better trails in Ontario. With your support, we can achieve this one trail at a time, making the case for all of Ontario's trails, together.

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Ontario Trails is a charity, led by a volunteer board of directors, that promotes the use, management, development, and preservation of trails and trail-based activities in Ontario.                                                                              Show your Ontario Pride! - we ask members to place our logo on your trail pages! A variety of styles and colours.  We thank Hike Ontario for posting the logo. RTO7 Bruce, Grey, Simcoe for posting information about our organization. We thank Ontario Equestrian for linking to our equine trail page!   We thank the Rideau Trail Association for posting a link to our resources on their partners page We appreciate your help!   Membership Appeal on Now      We are writing you from Ontario Trails Council to ask the Ontario trails community for their financial support.  We are a provincial charity with a volunteer Board and a membership that loves trails and trail activity as much as you do.   We are seeking individuals and sponsoring activity organizations to join us.    We can help promote your efforts. Whether donations, grant seeking, activity events or community meetings why not use the power of Ontario trails to amplify your outreach and impact. Join or donate today!                        Ontario Trails Council support increases your club membership and your public impact.   We regularly share the stories of trails on social media, we amplify your local efforts to develop, manage and preserve trails. Our 6 point program for trails in Ontario is better fulfilled with your support.      OTC Member Map: Are you on the map?        Ontario Trails Council members span the entire province and over 24 different uses. We are the only trail organization in Ontario filtering trail best practices on multi-use trails, promoting the safe use by all trail users across all activities.   We also share stories through our weekly newsletter, ‘Trail Wise’ and on our blog.   We hope you would help us through a donation or join the 170 other member organizations supporting our work in Ontario, for more and better trails in Ontario.   With your support, we can achieve this one trail at a time, making the case for all of Ontario's trails, together.     Host A Mayor's Walk in 2025!   Ontario Trails "Mayor's Walk" are open to OTC member organizations to act as hosts for a walk in 2025. We are asking communities to share their enthusiasm for their local trails by inviting your mayor out for a walk on provincial trails day, June 7, 2025. With trails in 100's of Ontario Communities this is a great way to showcase your local support while enabling all the Mayor's and their trail friends to get out for a celebration of trails. Tell us when you are having an event in 2025 Event Notification Sheet. We wish to thank the Town of Temiskaming Shores, Town of Plympton-Wyoming, City of Orillia, Oak Ridges Trail Association, Newmarket, Grimsby and Durham Region for expressing an interest in hosting a Mayor's Walk in 2025!  Ask for the event planning tool, email us at execdir@ontariotrails.ca Thanks everyone!