​​Brampton’s natural areas and features are numerous and include valleylands, wetlands, woodlands, lakes, rivers and streams which collectively are termed the ‘Natural Heritage System’ (NHS. A goal of the City is to protect and manage Brampton’s natural features to maximize the services they provide, through activities such as restoration and enhancement. The City works closely with partners in the Conservation Authorities, community groups, and residents to see this happen.​

Brampton's NHS is widely accessible through trails and parks where residents can enjoy the physical and mental health benefits of​ connecting with nature.

Natural Heritage System Concept Map

Related Programs

Creating an interconnected network of green spaces and parks.

Turning unused areas of grass into natural habitats and meadows.

Increasing our ecologically significant lands.

Prevent, detect, manage, and monitor invasive species.

Protecting, enhancing and restoring the City’s Natural Heritage System.

The City of Brampton launched the Natural Heritage Restoration Program (NHRP) to which focuses on protecting, restoring, connecting and enhancing the health and biodiversity of its Natural Heritage System.

Related Projects

Park enhancement through forest/wetland restoration.

Restore and improve wetland habitats around Loafers Lake.

Re-naturalization through concrete channel removal.

Re-naturalization through concrete channel removal, and habitat addition.

Shoreline restoration and pond deepening to improve water quality / habitat.

A community garden of native plants for pollinator.

Learn More about Restoring Natural Spaces

Brochures to learn more about the City of Brampton's Natural Heritage Restoration Program.

Learn more about Brampton's diverse range of native fish species that play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of the local aqu​​atic ecosystems.

Learn about wetlands and its benefits.

The City of Brampton has updated two City by-laws to better support natural and sustainable gardening practices and better address the environmental challenges of today.