CORPORATE ADMINISTRATION

ERCA's Corporate Administration office, led by the CAO, provides expert knowledge, strategic advice and recommendations to the Board of Directors with regard to policy, program and budget decisions. The CAO also provides operational leadership to ERCA staff, and influences processes, decisions and implementation with the goal of advancing our vision and mission and the objects of the Authority. Administration also ensures broad corporate compliance with multiple pieces of legislation.

2019 Achievements 

2020 Actions

2020 Pressures

• Changes in delivery of programs and services through Conservation Authorities Act, the identification of activites related to provincial and local programs and services and the development of municipal Agreements and transition periods uncertain.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

Solid financial management is the hallmark of strong and sustainable organizations. Understanding business processes and how they affffect financial outcomes, along with the ability to make necessary changes successfully is paramount for a modern organization. ERCA's Financial Services group supports Conservation Authority and Foundation staff, members and programs through budgeting, financial controls, accounting, procurement, and administration of payroll and benefits to ensure financial accountability to municipalities, funding partners, senior levels of government and other stakeholders.

2019 Achievements

2020 Actions

2020 Pressures

• Budget pressures to minimize the tax levy requirements from funding partners, while still achieving strategic plan activities