WHO WE ARE

The Friends of the Grand River is a non-profit organization incorporated in 1995. The organization is made up of volunteers, with an elected board of directors. The funding for projects are raised through membership fees, donations, sponsorship and fund raising events.

We are people who enjoy the benefits available on a clean and healthy River System. We believe that the Heritage River designation is precious and unique, and we would like to endure that it will continue to be son in the future.

WHERE ARE WE

The Friends of the Grand River Organization is based in Fergus, and has members located throughout Central Ontario.

WHY DO WE EXIST

The Friends of the Grand River was organized to develop, promote and implement Projects which will preserve, conserve and enhance the ecology of the Grand River watershed.

We provide conferences, workshops, seminars, public meetings and we distribute information to assist and involve the communities affected by the Grand River Watershed.

WHAT ARE OUR OBJECTIVES

The Friends of the Grand River is action oriented and bases many of it's activities around work projects in and around the Grand River Watershed.

Our focus for membership is education, recreational activities and projects
designed to improve our appreciation of the Grand River Watershed.

Another focus is communication. We want to keep our members informed on
the improvements and want to present a strong unified voice to parties who may be developing policies and projects which affect the Grand River watershed.

We want to be part of the decision making process, and in the development of policies and projects which affect the Grand River watershed.

HOW DO WE ACHIEVE OUR GOALS

Enhancement and maintenance projects professionally developed in cooperation with government agencies. Programs and seminars, lead by qualified members and guests, aiming to improving public awareness thereby increasing their enjoyment of the recreational resource.

Newsletters highlighting successful achievements, seasonal activities and in present and up and coming projects.

WHY SHOULD YOU BE A MEMBER

Conveniently located in Central Ontario, the Grand River offers activities such as camping, canoeing, fishing, hiking, and outdoor enjoyment.

The Grand River is a precious environment that we must all help to maintain and preserve. The Friends of the Grand River need members and membership involvement to help ensure the future of the Grand River watershed.

Membership form