Saturday, January 17, 2026
Waterloo wastewater treatment plant innovation wins award
Waterloo Region, ON– The Region of Waterloo was recognized with an Award of Excellence at the 2022 Canadian Consulting Engineering Awards on November 3, receiving…
New polling shows British Columbians want more action on flood risk
Vancouver – One year ago, a series of atmospheric rivers brought unprecedented rain to southwest British Columbia (BC). The storms resulted in the tragic loss…
COP 14 honours 25 newly accredited Wetland Cities
Geneva – Parties at the Convention on Wetlands’ 14th Conference of the Parties or COP14 celebrated this year’s 25 accredited Wetland Cities at a dedicated ceremony.…
The International Red River Watershed Board to monitor key nutrients to help reduce the impact of harmful blooms in the Red River basin
To continue improving water quality in the Red River basin, including downstream in Lake Winnipeg, the governments of Canada and the United States approved four…
Manitoba Government launches new water management strategy
The Manitoba government is unveiling a new water management strategy – the first of its kind in nearly 20 years – to guide future actions,…
Équipe Laurence campus using wastewater energy technology for heating and cooling
Ste-Adèle, QC – It is because of a unique and exclusive environmental partnership that the civil engineering firm Équipe Laurence has just realized a premiere in Quebec,…
Manitoba Government Mitigation and Preparedness Program provides funding for 89 municipal projects
The Manitoba government has approved 89 projects that mitigate against future disasters under the 2022 Mitigation and Preparedness Program (MPP), Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Doyle…
Applications open for IWA-Grundfos ‘Youth Action for SDG 6’ Fellowship
The International Water Association (IWA) and Grundfos Youth Action for SDG6 Fellowship will mobilise twelve Young Water Professionals (YWPs) from around the globe to actively participate in…
Results of Oceans Protection Plan’s first five years released by the Government of Canada
Whether in the Atlantic, Pacific, or Arctic oceans, the health and protection of our coastline—the longest in the world—is critical to our environment, our economy,…
Atlantic First Nations Water Authority makes history as first Indigenous Water Utility
Dartmouth, Unceded Traditional Mi’kmaq Territory NS – It’s now official after an agreement was formally signed in Halifax on November 7: the Atlantic First Nations…
Atlantic First Nations Water Authority and Government of Canada to sign historic water and wastewater transfer agreement
Dartmouth, NS – Please be advised that CEO Carl Yates and Board Chair Chief Wilbert Marshall of the Atlantic First Nations Water Authority, alongside the…
Prince Albert Raw Water Pump House project complete
Prince Albert, Sask – An essential water utility infrastructure project is now complete, thanks to federal and municipal investments. The City of Prince Albert officially…
York U researchers’ revamped AI tool makes water dramatically safer in refugee camps
Toronto – A team of researchers from York University’s Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research and Lassonde School of Engineering have revamped their Safe Water Optimization Tool (SWOT) with multiple innovations that will…
Government of Canada announces funding to clean up Hurricane Fiona ocean litter
Ottawa, ON – Hurricane Fiona has had a devastating effect on communities across Atlantic Canada and Eastern Quebec. Houses and buildings have been severely damaged…
Training for municipal officials, mayors, and councillors at Walkerton Clean Water Centre
Walkerton, ON — The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) is pleased to provide training for newly elected officials across Ontario. Responsibilities Under the Statutory Standard of Care…
The Canada Infrastructure Bank invests in shíshálh Nation Government District-owned wastewater treatment plant
shíshálh Nation, BC – Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and the shíshálh Nation Government District (sNGD) announced financial close on an agreement, which will see the…
Governments invest in infrastructure Projects in Berens River First Nation
Berens River, MB – The Honourable Dan Vandal, federal Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister for PrairiesCan, Minister for CanNor, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic…
Final piece of Waterfront Toronto’s Stormwater Management System underway
Waterfront Toronto has begun work on the final piece of a large Stormwater Management System that services East Bayfront, the West Don Lands and future…
Downstream Halifax 2022: Meet the Experts
Downstream is partnering with the National Water and Wastewater Association’s annual conference. At this invite-only speed networking event that brings together current and future generations of water…
Infrastructure funding will advance self-determination for Yukon First Nations
Whitehorse, Yukon — The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, has announced an investment of $77 million over 4 years to support the housing…
Ocean Legacy Foundation launches updated EPIC Academy and expands global education on ocean plastic pollution
VANCOUVER – Ocean Legacy Foundation (“OLF”), a Canadian non-profit organization that develops and implements worldwide plastic pollution emergency response programs, with the goal to end…
Ontario continues to change roles and responsibilities of Conservation Authorities
Newmarket, ON – In a bid to address the housing supply, the Ontario government released a series of new proposed legislative changes, many of which…
Brian Indian of Onigaming First Nation is the 2022 National First Nations Water Leadership Award recipient
Ottawa – Each year, First Nations individuals and organizations from across Canada are recognized by their peers for demonstrating leadership and outstanding dedication to the…
Walkerton Clean Water Centre hosts high school students as they learn about careers in drinking water
Walkerton, ON — The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) recently had the opportunity to host 75 students from John Diefenbaker Senior School in Hanover, Ontario.…