Although Qualico Developments allowed its option to purchase land in the North Saskatchewan River valley to develop a gravel pit to expire — a result that is due to the hard work of both the Society and local community members — the land has since been purchased by a new proponent, Kanata Metis Cultural Enterprises, […]

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We need volunteers to help on the following committees:
RESEARCH
1) People interested in investigating various topics for general background information relating to the proposed project. General sources and/or methods include: internet, library, government agencies, personal communication, NGOs (non government organizations), meetings, industry, networking, etc.
2) People with specific […]

A modest victory
On September 4, Edmonton City Council unanimously approved an amendment to the proposed Municipal Development Plan (MDP) that would prohibit resource extraction in the North Saskatchewan River Valley and Ravine System.
“Subject to federal and provincial overriding approvals, resource extraction is prohibited in the North Saskatchewan River Valley and Ravine system in order to […]

Please find attached a PDF containing the State Of Affairs - June 2009.

Be sure to BRING YOUR CHEQUE BOOKS to the Wayne Lee event on Saturday, May 9, 2009.
With scores of items to choose from, the Society will be simultaneously running a silent auction to bolster fundraising efforts during this event.

Please find attached two PDF’s.
The first is directions to the hall from West Edmonton Mall here:  PDF
The second is directions to the hall from Devon here: PDF

Please read the attached PDF regarding the upcoming event.
Wayne Lee Fundraiser PDF

Status of Qualico’s Application
We were previously informed that Qualico had allowed their option to purchase the land expire.
Since release of the last notice a few days ago, we have just been informed by Qualico’s legal
counsel that Qualico will not be pursuing the applications they have with the City and the
Province. The Society and community should […]

Please find below a link to a PDF containing an overview of the environmental attributes of the Woodbend Natural Area.
Environmental Attributes of Woodbend Natural Area - PDF

The Gravel Pit Fight Continues
Greetings from the North Saskatchewan River Valley Conservation Society. Many are wondering where we’re at with the gravel pit fight. Rest assured several volunteers have been working diligently over the past months to continue the battle. Bottom line - we’ve got good news and bad news.
Notice of Public Meeting
Mark your calendar […]