Grants and Contributions:

Title:

Ecological restoration projects to support aquatic habitat quality, function and connectivity in the Rouge River Watershed and Rouge National Urban Park

Agreement Number:

GC-1140

Agreement Value:

$499,995.00

Agreement Date:

Aug 26, 2019 - Apr 30, 2020

Description:

This contribution will support the implementation of ecological restoration projects on eleven different properties to recover more than 15 hectares of aquatic and riparian habitat and engage more than 150 volunteers in the improvement of ecological integrity in the Rouge River Watershed in the Greater Toronto Area, including in Rouge National Urban Park and the watershed ecosystems that support the park.

Organization:

Parks Canada

Expected Results:

Canada’s natural heritage is protected for future generations

Location:

Woodbridge, Ontario, CA L4K 5R6

Reference Number:

154-2019-2020-Q2-00040

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

108088584

Recipient Type:

Not-for-profit organization or charity

Recipient's Legal Name:

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority

Federal Riding Name:

Thornhill

Federal Riding Number:

35104

Program:

General Class Contribution Program

Program Purpose:

To assist recipients in conducting activities and delivering projects that will support Parks Canada Agency in fulfilling its mandate.