The Source Protection Program (Stewardship) has recently been launched in the Ausable Bayfield Maitland Valley Source Protection Region. This program is aimed at landowners whose property is within or extends into an area 100 metres from a municipal wellhead, or 200 metres from the Goderich Surface Water Intake. The purpose of this voluntary, early-actions program is to educate landowners that they have a positive role to play in creating additional barriers of protection to our municipal drinking water sources and to help them obtain the information and financial resources they need to fix any problems that may exist.

There is funding available through the Ontario Source Protection Program (Stewardship) to help landowners undertake stewardship projects in these vulnerable areas. Staff will be hosting several events including community meetings, a public open house, workshops, and tours. Also, staff will be available to discuss possible projects with landowners and help them apply for funding.

If you have any questions about the program you can contact Dallas Campbell, Outreach Specialist, or Chris Van Esbroeck, Education
Specialist, at (519) 335-3557.