Meech Creek protected thanks to ‘citizen science,’ community effort
Years of citizen science have paid off in Farm Point, where Chelsea has approved a new ecological corridor to protect Meech Creek and surrounding habitat.
Years of citizen science have paid off in Farm Point, where Chelsea has approved a new ecological corridor to protect Meech Creek and surrounding habitat.
A Cantley development moratorium has halted new construction in parts of the urban core while the municipality assesses water capacity and future growth.
Gatineau Park parking now costs up to $16 a day at the Chelsea Visitor Centre, prompting concerns from residents, businesses and the mayor.
Chelsea school land will cost nearly $3 million after the municipality reached a $1.9-million settlement with developer Cargo for expropriated property.
Scientists say the proposed Meech Creek ecological corridor should be much larger to better protect Chelsea’s biodiversity and connect fragmented habitats.