During Otonabee Conservation's first Annual General Meeting since the pandemic, a new chair and vice-chair were appointed and Environmental Excellence Awards were awarded.

Deputy Mayor Michael Metcalf from the Municipality of Trent Hills steps up from his role as Vice Chair into the role of Chair; stepping down after filling the role since 2022, is Deputy Mayor from the Township of Cavan-Monaghan Ryan Huntley. For 2024, the role of Vice Chair will be held by Councillor Kevin Duguay from the City of Peterborough.

“We have accomplished a lot together under Ryan Huntley’s leadership and guidance. He has inspired us to continue our good work with Otonabee Conservation,” said Metcalf, “I look forward to working together with the board and staff in 2024 to address issues and challenges across the Otonabee Region watershed.”

“A sincere thank you to Deputy Mayor Huntley, who has been a great leader for the board of directors over the last two years,” said Janette Loveys Smith, Otonabee Conservation CAO. “I have enjoyed working with him and have appreciated his guidance. I am pleased to see Deputy Mayor Metcalf and Councillor Duguay step up in the Chair and Vice Chair roles and look forward to continuing to work with our eight member municipalities.”

Each year at the AGM, Otonabee Conservation honours four watershed champions with the annual Environmental Excellence Awards. These awards recognize the outstanding people and groups within our watershed who have demonstrated the advancement of watershed health through projects on the landscape and actions that contribute to a healthier environment for everyone.

Individual Conservationist Award: Awarded to Cathey Dueck
Recognizing outstanding people who have undertaken projects, demonstrated leadership, and inspired others to create a healthier watershed.
Environmental Stewardship Award: Awarded to Peterborough Humane Society
Recognizing community or organized groups that have successfully undertaken projects that contribute to a healthier watershed.
Conservation Partnership Award: Awarded to Brad Appleby
Recognizing a municipal partner or agency who has made a significant, positive contribution to furthering the objectives of Otonabee Conservation in one or more areas of the Authority's operations.
Business Award: Awarded to nefAB Canada Recognizing a business that has made a significant contribution to projects or programs at Otonabee Conservation, advancing our vision of a healthy watershed.