Rescue Lake Simcoe Coalition

Record #: BAR2306

Last Modified: 12 Nov 2024

Last Full Update: 11 Nov 2024

Description (Service)

Environmental action group working to protect the future of Lake Simcoe

Goals of the Coalition are to:
- Reduce the annual phosphorus loading to the lake to 44 tonnes by the year 2045
- Increase environmental awareness and concern in the Lake Simcoe watershed
- Increase public participation in activities which promote the health of the watershed
- Encourage land use planning decisions and building techniques that will protect forests, wetlands, working farms, and Lake Simcoe
partnered with Environmental Defence, Ontario Nature, and local partners to launch the idea, and shepherd the passage of the Lake Simcoe Protection Act (2008) and Plan (2009)
focus on promoting dialogue between citizens and their governments around the lake
develop education programs, apply for funds for research and outreach activities
share knowledge and experiences between groups through AGMs, website, social media, and conference calls

Hours	Vary
Areas Served	Durham Region ; Simcoe County ; York County ; Communities located in the Lake Simcoe Watershed
Eligibility	No restrictions
Application	Call or email for information about how to get involved
Languages	English
Fees	None

Office Phone	647-267-7572
E-Mail	RescueLakeSimcoeCoalition@gmail.com
Website	rescuelakesimcoe.org/
Primary Contact	Jessica Merriman, Coalition Coordinator; Email: RLSCJessica@gmail.com
Alternate Contact	Claire Malcolmson, Executive Director; Email: claire.malcolmson@gmail.com
Mailing Address	c/o Rescue Lake Simcoe Coalition 120 Primeau Dr Aurora, ON Canada L4G 6Z4