We manage weed infestations to protect our communities from flooding, enhance the natural character of waterways and support native plants and animals. Healthy waterways are central to a healthy
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/your-region/your-environment/flood-protection-and-community-resilience/flood-protection-assets-and-activities/herbicide-use-for-weed-controlWe have awarded a further $50,000 to help fund the work of the Hurunui Waiau Braided River Birds Flagship Programme through its Zone Committee Action Fund. Over the last six years, this collaborative
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/zone-news/hurunui-waiau/rare-braided-river-birds-in-hurunui-protected-for-another-seasonTwo youth representatives have joined a key committee of the Canterbury Regional Council. The Regional Leadership, Climate and Community Resilience Committee has appointed Oscar Bloom and Alice
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2023/environment-canterbury-welcomes-youth-representatives-to-committeeFind details on resource consents, certificates of compliance and deemed permitted activities – as well as associated documentation – by using our consent search tool. Access to information held
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https://www.ecan.govt.nz/about/your-council/our-team/our-council-meetingsThe Regional Delivery Committee meeting on 13 November 2024 covered several key topics, including consent, compliance, air quality, and an update on our core service delivery for the first quarter
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/celebrating-our-success-committee-hears-were-on-track-with-performance-and-consents-deliveryWant to know where's good to swim this summer? At the start of each season, we share long-term water quality grades for our region's popular rivers, lakes, and beaches. These grades are based on water...
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2025/hello-summer-check-the-water-quality-grades-for-popular-sitesYouth Rōpū members, alongside Canterbury Regional Council (Environment Canterbury) staff and the public, planted 450 seedlings in only two hours near the Waimakariri River. The planting day, hosted
https://www.ecan.govt.nz/get-involved/news-and-events/2024/many-hands-make-light-work-at-youth-ropu-planting-day