Mayor Alex Nuttall has signed an order that sets in motion the creation of a conservation trust dedicated to preserving environmentally sensitive lands in Barrie.
The executive order directs city staff to report to the general committee with a proposed framework, budget, and authority structure for the trust, with the goal of having it operational by 2026.
The initial focus will be on protecting land near Little Lake, as well as other natural areas across Barrie and its surrounding communities.