The concept of the Rural Clean Water Program (RCWP) began in 1986, when pollution of public swimming beaches became a significant issue.
Since that time, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) has worked with a number of partners to develop and administer water quality programs that identify pollution sources and provide recommended courses of action leading to the restoration and long-term maintenance of acceptable water quality.
These comprehensive programs provide technical assistance and funding incentives for agricultural landowners to voluntarily implement agricultural beneficial management practices (BMPs) on their land.
For program eligibility, grant assistance, how to apply, and details relevant to each region in TRCA’s jurisdiction please click below.
Contact
For more information or to discuss your project and arrange a site visit, please contact:
rcwp@trca.ca | 437-224-4347
Resources
Local Agricultural Organizations
- Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association
- Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association – Environmental Farm Plan
- York Federation of Agriculture
- Peel Federation of Agriculture
- Ontario Equestrian Federation
Provincial Government
- Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
- Directory of Licensed Well Contractors in Ontario
- Ministry of Natural Resources (Managed Forest Tax Incentive Program)
- Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change
Other Conservation Authorities
- Conservation Ontario
- Credit Valley Conservation
- Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority
- Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority
- Kawartha Conservation
- Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority
Other Resources
- Ontario On-Site Wastewater Association
- Directory of Septic System Installers, Inspectors and Consultants
- Canadian Farm Builders Association
- Ontario Drinking Water Source Protection
- CURB Reports
- O.M.E. Report Collection