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		Organization / Program Name(s)	Located In	Description (Brief)
Canada. Health Canada, Consumer Product Safety Office		Canada. Health Canada, Consumer Product Safety Office	Hamilton Central	Investigates complaints related to the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (CCPSA) and enforces safety regulations. Also responsible for cosmetics under the Food and Drugs Act.
Fort Erie Conservation Club		Fort Erie Conservation Club	Stevensville	The club promotes and establishes local conservation education, establish and maintain local conservation areas, and establish fish, bird and animal habitats. Also rents the hall for special events in ... [More]
Friends of Malcolmson Eco-Park		Friends of Malcolmson Eco-Park	St Catharines	A non-profit organization of volunteers, working closely with the Recreation and Community Services Department, to naturalize the city-owned Malcolmson Eco-Park. Focus of the activities includes the p ... [More]
Friends of Short Hills Park		Friends of Short Hills Park	Fonthill	A charitable organization dedicated to preserving the cultural and natural environment of Short Hills Provincial Park. * welcomes hikers, cross-country skiers, cyclists, and equestrians * education an ... [More]
Heartland Forest Nature Experience		Heartland Forest Nature Experience	Niagara Falls	Provides an interactive nature experience and educational programming with a goal of preservation and sustainability. Offer hiking trails, public events, camps and activities, school programs and faci ... [More]
Independent Electricity System Operator, saveONenergy Program		Independent Electricity System Operator, saveONenergy Program	Toronto	Conservation programs for home and business designed to help Ontarians manage their electricity use * programs offered through local electric utilities and funded through the Independent Electricity S ... [More]
Land Care Niagara		Land Care Niagara	Niagara Region	A local, environmental not-for-profit that promotes wise land stewardship and management practices. Committed to creating a healthy and sustainable rural and urban environment consisting of citizens w ... [More]
Main and Ferry Bia (Business Improvement Area)		Main and Ferry Bia (Business Improvement Area)	Niagara Falls	Beautification and promotion of area. Membership is compulsory for area businesses.
Niagara (Region of). Public Health, Thorold - Main Office, Environmental Health - Beach Testing		Niagara (Region of). Public Health, Thorold - Main Office, Environmental Health - Beach Testing	Thorold	Every year between May and September, Niagara Region tests 26 public beaches for levels of E Coli bacteria. When unsafe levels are present, the beaches may be posted unsafe or closed. Beaches might al ... [More]
Niagara (Region of). Public Health, Thorold - Main Office, Tobacco Hotline		Niagara (Region of). Public Health, Thorold - Main Office, Tobacco Hotline	Thorold	Enforces the smoking by-laws and Smoke Free Ontario Act within the Niagara Region. Available to report offences. The hotline also is a service to smokers who want information or who want to quit. Info ... [More]
Niagara Bruce Trail Club		Niagara Bruce Trail Club	St Catharines	The Bruce Trail Conservancy is a charitable organization committed to establishing a conservation corridor containing a public footpath along the Niagara Escarpment in order to protect its natural eco ... [More]
Niagara Escarpment Commission		Niagara Escarpment Commission	Georgetown	The Escarpment is a height of land and related topography extending 725 kilometres through south central Ontario from Queenston to Tobermory. The Commission fulfills the following responsibilities: * ... [More]
Niagara Falls (City of), Niagara Falls - MacBain Community Centre, Recreation and Culture - The Park in the City Committee		Niagara Falls (City of), Niagara Falls - MacBain Community Centre, Recreation and Culture - The Park in the City Committee	Niagara Falls	The goal of the committee is to encourage civic pride, environmental responsibility, city-wide beautification and active transportation through community action. The Committee will promote and carry o ... [More]
Niagara Falls Downtown Board of Management		Niagara Falls Downtown Board of Management	Niagara Falls	Beautification and promotion of downtown area. Will answer inquiries regarding downtown area businesses and rental/sale inquiries of area businesses. Membership is compulsory for downtown area busines ... [More]
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Welland		Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Welland	Welland	Responsible for establishing and undertaking programs designed to further the conservation, restoration, development and management of natural resources. The NPCA fulfills this mandate by implementing ... [More]
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Fonthill, St John's Conservation Area		Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Fonthill, St John's Conservation Area	Pelham	Conservation area operated by Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority. This area has a spring fed pond which is stocked with Rainbow Trout. Fishing begins the last Sat in Apr and continues until Sep ... [More]
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Glanbrook, Binbrook Conservation Area		Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Glanbrook, Binbrook Conservation Area	Glanbrook	Conservation area operated by Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority. Three Pavilions available to rent. Outdoor wedding chapel, park store, watercraft rentals, splashpad, beach, beach volleyball, w ... [More]
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Grimsby, Beamer Memorial Conservation Area		Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Grimsby, Beamer Memorial Conservation Area	Grimsby	The Bruce Trail traverses this property which can be used for hiking purposes. This site is also used to view the hawk migration by using the lookout platforms.
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Jordan, Ball's Falls Conservation Area		Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Jordan, Ball's Falls Conservation Area	Jordan	An historical park featuring 20 Mile Creek Cataracts, scenic gorge and the Bruce Trail. Hosts the Annual Thanksgiving Festival in October and has hiking trails, displays, and the Bert Miller Arboretum ... [More]
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Woodend Conservation Area		Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Woodend Conservation Area	Niagara-on-the-Lake	Conservation area operated by Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority. Passive Day use park with trails and an open area for activities. No washrooms. The buildings on-site have been leased and are n ... [More]
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Wainfleet, Long Beach Conservation Area		Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Wainfleet, Long Beach Conservation Area	Wainfleet	Conservation area operated by Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority. * sand beach * swimming * boating * fishing * picnicking * camping * nature appreciation * baseball * half-court basketball * be ... [More]
Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Wellandport, Chippawa Creek Conservation Area		Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority, Wellandport, Chippawa Creek Conservation Area	Wellandport	Conservation area operated by Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority. Features a man made reservoir, Dils Lake. Offers swimming, canoeing, camping, hiking, nature appreciation, playground and two ha ... [More]
Niagara Restoration Council		Niagara Restoration Council	Welland	Works in partnership with government and non-government groups with the goals of: restoring some of the natural environment to the Niagara Region, providing a place for fun and fellowship and acting a ... [More]
Niagara Wildlife Haven		Niagara Wildlife Haven	Welland	Authorized by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry to legally provide professional care and rehabilitation for all species (birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, etc.) for orphaned, injured, ... [More]
Ontario Nature		Ontario Nature	Toronto	Protects and restores natural habitats through research, education and conservation, connecting thousands of individuals and communities with nature.
Ontario. Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Vineland Office		Ontario. Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Vineland Office	Vineland	The ministry's mission is to manage natural resources in an ecologically sustainable way to ensure that they are available for the enjoyment and use of future generations. * protects and conserves pub ... [More]
Ontario. Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, Niagara District Office		Ontario. Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, Niagara District Office	St Catharines	Receives complaints about polluted air, land, or water. Ministry will advise and mediate if necessary.
Ontario. Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, Telephone Service, Drive Clean Program		Ontario. Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks, Telephone Service, Drive Clean Program	Toronto	A mandatory emissions test certain vehicles must pass prior to being licenced to drive on Ontario roads. Drivers will be notified whether they require the test when they recieve thier licence registra ... [More]
Port Colborne and District Conservation Club		Port Colborne and District Conservation Club	Port Colborne	Group of individuals with a collective interest in the conservation of natural resources and who enjoy the outdoors and outdoor recreational activities. Club members are involved in the following acti ... [More]
Preservation of Agricultural Lands Society		Preservation of Agricultural Lands Society	St Catharines	A national, charitable organization whose main concern is the preservation of prime farm lands, in particular the Niagara Fruit Lands. The group supports farmers and encourages the buying of fruit and ... [More]
Smoke Free Ontario Act, Niagara Region		Smoke Free Ontario Act, Niagara Region	Niagara Region	Enacted to protect the health of all Ontarians by prohibiting smoking in all enclosed places and enclosed workplaces. Designed to prevent youth from starting to smoke, to help people quit smoking, and ... [More]
St Catharines (City of), St Catharines - City Hall, Legal and Clerk Services		St Catharines (City of), St Catharines - City Hall, Legal and Clerk Services	St Catharines	Provides legal advice to City Council, the Chief Administrative Officer and other City officials * prepares all proposed by-laws, agreements and contracts for the Corporation, and represents the City ... [More]
St Catharines (City of), St Catharines - City Hall, Transportation and Environmental Services		St Catharines (City of), St Catharines - City Hall, Transportation and Environmental Services	St Catharines	Provides direction over Engineering and Construction, Environmental Services, Geomatics and Operations * administers roads, water, sewers, traffic and parking, municipal surveys and pollution abatemen ... [More]
St Catharines Downtown Association		St Catharines Downtown Association	St Catharines	Non-profit organization that represents approximately 500 businesses in the BIA (Business Improvement Area) including retail, restaurants and professionals. Assist and represent members by marketing a ... [More]
St Catharines Game and Fish Association		St Catharines Game and Fish Association	St Catharines	Involved in conservation and restoration projects, including wildlife protection. Offers salmon derbies in the spring, summer and fall. Operates a public four-lane boat ramp on Lighthouse Road in Port ... [More]
Welland (City of), Welland - City Hall, By-Law Enforcement		Welland (City of), Welland - City Hall, By-Law Enforcement	Welland	Responsible for the enforcement of the City of Welland’s by-laws. Also takes care of Business Licensing. Staff responds primarily to complaints relating to violations of City By-laws including parking ... [More]
Welland Downtown Business Improvement Association (BIA)		Welland Downtown Business Improvement Association (BIA)	Welland	Promotes and improves the economic and aesthetic condition of the downtown area of Welland. Members of downtown businesses are automatically granted membership. A Business Improvement Area (BIA) is a ... [More]