Do you know a watershed hero?
They’re the individuals, families, groups and businesses that put their time and energy into improving the Grand River watershed.
Many do it without recognition; satisfied with the legacy they leave for future generations.
Well, the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) thinks they deserve to be acknowledged, and is looking for nominations for its annual Watershed Awards. The GRCA has presented the awards since 1976.
This year a special one-time category was added in honour of the 20th anniversary of the designation of the Grand River system as a Canadian Heritage River
The award categories are:
– Honour Roll Awards are presented for a sustained record of environmental achievement over an extended period of time;
– Watershed Awards for outstanding examples of environmental work; and
– Special Heritage Awards for those who have advanced the river-related heritage and recreational attributes that were recognized in the Heritage River designation.
More information on the Heritage River designation can be found in the “Heritage River” section of the GRCA website at www.grandriver.ca .
Nominations can come from anyone in the watershed. The deadline for nominations is May 1. More information on the program, including a nomination form, can be found in the “Watershed Awards” section of the GRCA website.
