In a delegation to Erin Council on behalf of the Coalition for the West Credit River (CWCR), last week, Caledon resident Ian Sinclair spoke out against the Town of Erin’s proposal to delay the operation of an effluent cooling system at the Erin Water Resource Recovery Facility.
Originally anticipated to be completed on summer 2025, the facility is now planned to be completed by the end of February, with the cooling system to be completed this spring. CWCR is seeking a “serious commitment” from the town to maintain an open and transparent dialogue and ensure “a full and effective” cooling system is installed before plant operation.
Ontario Headwaters Institute announces a February Blues Buster and five Watershed Guardian Award Recipients
February Blues Buster, February 26, 2026
Please join us for a February Blues Buster and help us acknowledge five Watershed Guardians who have worked for watershed security in the Credit and Humber watersheds.
In addition to an interactive discussion on the health the Credit and Humber watersheds, five Watershed Guardian Awards will be presented in two categories.
A lifetime achievement award will be presented to Ian Sinclair and four Community Advocate Awards to Democracy Caledon, Forks of the Credit Preservation Group, Paul Newall, and Tony Sevelka. More details on the awards and the recipients can be found at https://ontarioheadwaters.ca/guardian-awards-update.
The event will be held from 4 – 5:30 pm at St James Anglican Church, 6025 Old Church Road in Caledon East, just east of Airport Road. Please note that Coffee and nibbles will be provided. To provide that, registration is required, via andrew@ontarioheadwaters.ca, and non-perishable donations to the church’s food bank will be greatly appreciated.
On behalf of OHI Andrew McCammon, Executive Director, extends this invitation and hopes that the Caledon community will attend.
Venuti String Quartet – FEB 2026 GRAMMY AWARD WINNER DREW JURECKA!
Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
Sanctuary
St. James Anglican Church
6025 Old Church Road, Caledon East, Caledon L7C 1H8
Toronto musician Drew Jurecka, this year’s Grammy Award Winner, as Co-producer of the album category for “Immersed”. Music by Justin Gray (appearing at Caledon Chamber Concerts on March 21).
The Venuti String Quartet frequently perform with many of the major orchestral ensembles in Toronto, including The Toronto Symphony Orchestra, The Canadian Opera Company, The National Ballet of Canada and Tafelmusik. They are a highly versatile group comfortable performing not only the great classical repertoire but also jazz, contemporary and many other musical genres.
They have worked with artists and ensembles including Payadora Tango Ensemble, Jill Barber, Esmeralda Enrique Spanish Dance Company, The Hogtown Syncopators, The Gryphon Trio and The Art of Time Ensemble. The Venuti String Quartet can be heard frequently as recording artists for film and various recording projects including Royal Wood’s, Donovan Wood’s and Justin Gray’s most recent records.
Jack Ride 2026 – Canada’s Ride for Youth Mental Health, will be taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at the Caledon East Community Complex. Jack Ride brings together hundreds of riders and volunteers for one powerful purpose: moving youth mental health forward. Funds raised support Jack.org’s youth-powered mental health programs that reach young people across the country. Please see Jack.org for further information.
This year the routes do not go through Belfountain; however, Jack.org would love for cyclists/residents in the area to join either as participants or volunteers.
6025 Old Church Road, Caledon East, Caledon L7C 1H8
“A World Class Contemporary Chamber Ensemble” – Ottawa Citizen
The beloved ensemble is tango and beyond. It is worldly, classical, jazzy, tango…a delicious swirl of music.
Payadora is an award-winning chamber music ensemble that performs original compositions as well as original arrangements of a core repertoire, drawing from Argentinian/Uruguayan Tango and Folk music. Made up of a group of players who are each musical powerhouses in their own right, this “superstar group” has combined their deep knowledge of tango with their classical, jazz and world music backgrounds to create something entirely new. Payadora is officially endorsed by the Argentinian Consulate in Toronto for its adherence to the spirit of tango. Their performances convey joy, convey joy, virtuosity, humour and their intense passion for the music that they play.
The Belfountain Heritage Society are selling very special and limited edition Belfountain t-shirts and hats.
The limited edition t-shirts are $45 including tax. 100% MADE IN CANADA! They are available in red, green, light blue and white. They are available in a variety of sizes.
The special and limited edition, Belfountain “DUCKS IN TREES” “BELFOUNTAIN, EST 1825” ball caps are $25 including tax. One-size fits all and come in dark green, navy blue, black, grey & pink.
Both of these make perfect gifts or stocking-stuffers to show you are Belfountain Proud!
The Christmas Eve Luminaria is a beautiful tradition that the BCO would like to invite all residents and business owners in the Hamlet and environs to participate in. The more who participate, the more of a sight it will be; it makes Christmas Eve that much more special!
The Belfountain Community Organization would like to thank the Belfountain and Environs residents for another successful AGM. The AGM was hosted on Dec 13th, 2025, at the community hall. The BCO would like to thank Mark Heaton, Science Advisor for an informative and thorough presentation. Minutes are available upon request.
Following the AGM, the BCO hosted our annual potluck dinner. Amazing food, community spirit and engaging conversation were enjoyed. The BCO would like to thank Sarah Bohan, Belfountain Heritage Society for an excellent and engaging presentation. Watching the video of the Belfountain 200th Anniversary Celebrations was a great reminder of the unique community we live in. The BHS are selling Belfountain T-Shirts. Designed by residents Wendy Mitchell and Robin Cadham, they are available for $45 by emailing belfountainheritage@gmail.com . Our thanks to Paula Basciano and the volunteers for organization of the event and decorating the hall.
The Belfountain Community Organization AGM and Belfountain Community Potluck are December 13th, 2025.
Please feel free to attend both or either. The AGM will begin at 5pm. The Christmas Holiday Potluck will begin at 6pm.
Make sure to let us know if you are coming to the Belfountain Potluck, how many people will be attending in your group and what deliciousness you will be bringing. You will need your own dishes, cutlery and drink. The water is not potable in the Community Hall.
The Coalition for the West Credit River is dedicated to environmental protection, conservation, and restoration. We are working to raise awareness of this unique West Credit River watershed so that present and future generations of children, residents, and visitors may continue to experience pristine nature in close proximity to the Greater Toronto Area.
Outreach & Education:
Beyond regulatory advocacy, the Coalition for the West Credit River is deeply committed to education and stewardship. We deliver presentations and outdoor excursions to local schools, educating and connecting students with Brook Trout and their fragile coldwater habitat.
Coalition members participate in numerous local outreach and education events that engage communities in support of our goal of a healthy West Credit River ecosystem. We provide information on the Credit River headwaters, increasing awareness of the need to protect this watershed and its at-risk Brook Trout population.
Young students learning about biodiversity and Brook Trout at Belfountain Public School.
Grade 3 Students learn the importance of measuring river temperature.
Coalition members support and build relationships with Indigenous Water Walkers.
Coalition partners participating in Earth Day information events with the Forks of the Credit Preservation Group to inform the public about threats to our shared upper Credit River watershed.
Annual Trout Rodeo Event: Coalition for the West Credit River presentation at GoodLot Farm & Farmstead Brewing with SoFly and Patagonia.
CWCR Colouring Contest: Brook Trout are a coldwater fish species that live in the West Credit River and are native to Ontario.
Donations:
To help fund our Outreach & Education activities, please consider donating. Click the “Support our Work” button below to go to Canada Helps. To apply your donation, select the drop-down menu to the right and click on “West Credit River Brook Trout Monitoring”.
