I’m a bit tardy with this one, so if you’re interested act fast the deadline is Jan 25th, this coming Monday.

The TRCA is seeking members for the next term of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council. From the invitation email:

Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is seeking committed members for a new term of the DON WATERSHED REGENERATION COUNCIL.

The Don Council is comprised of a diverse group of individuals, including residents, community groups, businesses, universities and colleges, all levels of government, public agencies and TRCA who work together to protect, regenerate and celebrate the Don.

As a member of the Don Watershed Regeneration Council, you will:

  • Act as local champion for your watershed;
  • Make connections with environmental professionals and organizations;
  • Participate in projects to achieve the TRCA vision for The Living City;
  • Assist with implementation of the Don River Watershed Plan;
  • Attend seminars, technical training sessions and other educational programs;
  • Share knowledge, experience and skills on environmental topics; and
  • Work with communities to build capacity to deliver programs.

For more details information regarding the Don Watershed Regeneration Council and to download an application form, visit our website at: www.trca.on.ca/watershed-champions.

Please join us at our PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSIONS to learn more about the Don Watershed Regeneration Council and how you can assist to protect, regenerate and celebrate the Don!

Bayview Hill Community Centre East York Civic Centre – Council Chamber
114 Spadina Road, Richmond Hill                                850 Coxwell Avenue, Toronto
Tuesday, January 19th - 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm                        Wednesday, January 20th - 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

The application deadline is January 25th.

The Don Council has some serious clout with respect to what happens in the Don Valley, so if you’re a civic minded mountain biker who can handle a serious dose of bureaucracy please consider being a voice at the table. Right now our sport has not seat at this particular table.