Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) opposes Ontario's plan to consolidate 36 conservation authorities into nine by 2027, warning it would disrupt efficient local services and slow housing development. CVC currently processes permits in about 14 days, well below the province's 90-day standard. The consolidation risks delaying approvals and weakening flood risk management, which relies on local expertise. The government plans no job losses and aims to implement changes within two years.