Groundbreaking Ceremony Held on March 28, 2025 Marks a Milestone for the Nature Centre

On Friday March 28th, Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and Lake Simcoe Conservation Foundation held the Groundbreaking Ceremony for the new Nature Centre at Scanlon Creek Conservation Area in Bradford. Braving winter-like weather, the Connect Campaign Leadership Cabinet were joined by members of the Conservation Authority and Foundation Boards, Bradford Mayor James LeDuc, Bradford Council members, project architects, managers, contractors and staff.. This official ceremony signifies an exciting new time at Scanlon Creek and in our community.

LSCF Board President Brad Rogers says, “The Connect Campaign has been the driving force behind the Nature Centre project and to see the building start to take shape is so gratifying. I am so proud of our accomplishments”.

Nicole Hamley, LSRCA’s Education Manager has seen firsthand the impact on young minds of time spent in nature and the power of outdoor learning. “It really is such an exciting day for outdoor education, for our community and for the thousands of visitors who will step through the doors of our new nature centre in the years to come”. said Nicole.

Thank you to the many campaign donors, who helped us officially kick off construction.