Haddon donation will create the 15th property under the land trust’s care

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Cobourg, ON, May 14, 2024 – The Northumberland Land Trust (NLT) today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding for the future acquisition of more than 80 acres of land just east of the town of Castleton.  This property is mostly forested with several small streams running through it as well as a large pond.  A broad selection of trees grows here, including some of considerable age.  The small ravines along the steam edge are particularly lovely being lined with old hemlock and White Pine. The southern-most part has a small hayfield which is attractive to grassland species.

“Ms. Haddon has cared for the property as if it were a nature reserve since she purchased the property in 2007,” said Rob Kennedy, President of the Northumberland Land Trust.  “Only walking has taken place on the trails in the forest, and there has been no off-road vehicle use on the property.”

Ms. Haddon began the process of donating this property in 2023.  She required that her house be severed from the surrounding property so that she could continue to live in her home while the land trust could provide immediate stewardship of the land.  Once the severance and donation of the property are complete, there will be a formal event commemorating the land donation.

“Some people want to donate their land as part of their estate planning,” added Mr. Kennedy.  “The Northumberland Land Trust helps the owners sever the land from their house for the donation to NLT.  Donations of land have tax implications and require severance, surveys, legal documents and township approval, and this process can cost up to $30,000 as well as ongoing stewardship costs. Donations are key to covering these expenses.”

People can donate through the NLT’s website at nltrust.ca or contact us at info@nltrust.ca or call: 416-220-6807