A Soft Path Strategy For Fergus-Elora, Ontario

Published On: June 1st, 2011

Author: Carol Maas and Susanne Porter-Bopp

The soft path pilot project for Fergus-Elora was initiated by the Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA) in partnership with the POLIS Project on Ecological Governance, the Township of Centre Wellington (TCW), the Elora Environment Centre, and the University of Waterloo.

In Fergus-Elora, population and water use are expected to double between 2008 and 2040. The region is dependent on groundwater and if no conservation measures are taken the existing groundwater supply will likely require expansion by 2028.

The recommended approach for Fergus-Elora is to “use the same water tomorrow we use today,” which accommodates all future population and economic growth to 2040, and beyond, using the same amount of water used in 2008.

Click the links below to download PDF files of the report and technical appendices.

A 2010 report summarizing the results and analysis of a GRCA residential water use survey for Fergus-Elora is also provided. The survey focused on the usage of water-using fixtures and appliances, as well as water conservation efforts made by residents in the community.

A Soft Path Strategy For Fergus-Elora, Ontario

Summary Report: A Soft Path Strategy For Fergus-Elora, Ontario

Technical Appendices: Ontario's Water-Energy Nexus

Technical Memo: A Soft Path Strategy For Fergus-Elora, Ontario

Media Release: A Soft Path Strategy For Fergus-Elora, Ontario