Maitland Conservation unveils major erosion management strategy for Great Lakes region

Strategy involves redepositing sediment to South side of Goderich harbour

July 24, 2025 @ 7:32 amNews, Wingham Advance Times

Maitland Conservation announced plans to combat coastal erosion and climate change impacts on July 8. The announcement highlighted the collaborative nature of the project which includes all levels of government. From left, Maitland Conservation staff member Daniela Klicper, Conservation Ontario Director Bonnie Fox, Evan Hickey (Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh), Maitland Conservation staff member Patrick Huber-Kidby, Central Huron Mayor Jim Ginn, Zuzek Inc. President Pete Zuzek. Front left Maitland Conservation Chair Ed McGugan, Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Mayor Glen McNeil. (Cory Bilyea photo)

GODERICH – In a groundbreaking initiative along Lake Huron’s shoreline, scientists and local authorities have unveiled a comprehensive strategy to combat coastal erosion and climate change impacts, revealing that nearly $2 billion in property and infrastructure are at risk. On July 8, Maitland Conservation (MC) held a launch luncheon in Goderich, announcing the Southern Lake…

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Cory Bilyea is a reporter with Midwestern Newspapers.