CENTRAL LAKE ONTARIO CONSERVATION FUND

The Central Lake Ontario Conservation Fund works to protect and restore the natural habitats and ecosystems surrounding Lake Ontario while addressing food security through community-supported agriculture and local food production initiatives. Based in Oshawa, the organization operates conservation projects that improve water quality and support fish populations that communities depend on, while also running programs that help residents in the GTA grow their own food and access fresh, locally-sourced produce. By connecting environmental stewardship with nutrition security, the fund demonstrates how protecting natural systems directly benefits food availability and health in the region. The organization engages volunteers and community members in restoration work, from shoreline cleanup to wetland management, creating opportunities for people to participate in conservation while strengthening local food networks.