The Municipality of Clarington has announced the start of a Coastal Process Study focused on the restoration of the Graham Creek Jetties and Bond Head Beach.
The study began in summer 2025 and is now moving into the design phase, according to the municipality. It is partially funded through the Government of Canada’s Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative, which is providing $100,000 over two years. Technical support for the project is being provided by the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority.
Municipal officials say the study will develop nature-based solutions aimed at improving the functionality and long-term resilience of both the jetties and the beach.
The work builds on earlier research conducted under the Lake Ontario Canadian Nearshore Assessment (2019) and advances recommendations outlined in the Lake Ontario Shoreline Management Plan (2020).
What Are Jetties?
Jetties are structures made from materials such as wood, stone, or concrete, designed to protect shorelines, guide water flow, and support navigation. Over time, natural forces like waves, currents, and sediment movement can affect their stability and effectiveness.
The Coastal Process Study examines how these forces interact with the shoreline and existing infrastructure, helping guide restoration efforts that can better withstand environmental pressures, including those associated with climate change.
Public Information Session Planned
A Public Information Centre is tentatively scheduled for February, where residents will be able to review the study’s findings and proposed restoration design concepts. The municipality says further details will be shared once the date is confirmed.
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