 The following year, the LSRCA establishes a new collaborative partnership with the Federal Government's Department of Fisheries and Oceans to protect and enhance Lake Simcoe and its fish habitats.1999 sees the Conservation Authority start "A Natural Partnership" With York Regional Municipality to protect what is natural and restore damaged and degraded areas in York Region.In 2001, the LSRCA began to deliver its programs and services to parts of York and Durham Regions, the City of Kawartha Lakes, and Simcoe County.