10 years after - on the Oak Ridges Moraine

Dec 8th, 2011 5:27 AM

Media Advisory The Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation will recognize the 10th Anniversary of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act and mark the start of the holiday season with a tree lighting ceremony. The celebration recognizes the passage of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act in 2001 that protects a wealth of natural habitats, safeguards an enormous groundwater recharge system and provides a landscape that is enjoyed by millions of people. What: 10th Anniversary Celebration of the Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Act with Tree Lighting Ceremony (includes Hot Apple Cider and Baked Goods) Where: Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation Headquarters (Seneca College) 13990 Dufferin Street North King City, Ontario L7B 1B3 When: Wednesday, December 14th 4:30 pm For more information, contact: Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation at 905-833-5733, or visit www.ormf.com. The Oak Ridges Moraine Foundation (ORMF) is a non-profit organization mandated to preserve and enhance the Oak Ridges Moraine (Moraine). Originally established as a granting agency in 2002 following the implementation of the Provincial Government’s Oak Ridges Moraine Conservation Plan (ORMCP), the ORMF has successfully provided funds to many different partners in support of stewardship, education, research, the Oak Ridges Moraine Trail and land securement projects. While the ORMF’s granting role is currently suspended, it still has a pivotal role to play if the Moraine is to remain protected in the future. While plenty of positive work has been done on the Moraine over the last eight years, there are still outstanding goals that need to be met.