NPCA

The Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority (NPCA) is a conservation organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing the natural environment of the Niagara Peninsula watershed. Its work supports the health of local water, land, forests, and habitats, while inviting residents and visitors to share responsibility for their care.

NPCA manages conservation areas where people can explore nature and enjoy outdoor recreation, and offers annual NaturePlus memberships for access to these places. Its programs and services include watershed and water-quality monitoring, floodplain mapping, invasive-species management, native plant and tree initiatives, restoration grants, and planning and permitting support. The organization also provides GIS and open-data resources, compliance services, and information on source-water protection and well decommissioning.

Through Ball’s Falls Nature School, camps, and other education programs, NPCA helps people connect with the natural world. Residents can participate through volunteering, public consultations, and community projects, including tree planting and conservation-area improvements. Guided by a commitment to shared stewardship, NPCA also recognizes Indigenous Peoples’ enduring connections to the watershed and works to support its future for generations to come.