The City of Brandon, Manitoba, announced the start of construction on the new Membrane building at the Water Treatment Facility—the single largest construction contract ever…
The Manitoba government is investing nearly $400,000 in rural Manitoba for aquatic invasive species (AIS) prevention, Environment and Climate Change Minister Mike Moyes announced. “We…
The Manitoba government is providing a $95,000 grant to help the Souris River Watershed District develop an aeration system in Oak Lake that will enhance…
The Manitoba government is investing $19.7 million to rehabilitate Oak Lake Dam, a critical piece of water infrastructure in southwestern Manitoba, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister…
The Hudson Bay Lowlands provide nearly CAD $250 million in ecosystem goods and services (EGS) per year through the value of biodiversity conservation, hunting, tourism,…
After several years of challenges and perseverance, the City of Morden has shared that they have identified a clear path forward for the new wastewater…
June is Indigenous History Month, and the graduation of 11 new Indigenous water operators marks a reason to celebrate. The graduates, from seven communities in…
May 4 to 10 is Drinking Water Week in Manitoba and Manitoba Environment and Climate Change is encouraging Manitobans to test their well water. All…
The Manitoba government is investing an additional $540,000 to help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS), including a new fund to deliver AIS…
The Manitoba government is committing $24 million in funding for the Manitoba Water Services Board (MWSB) capital budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year to assist…
Strategic investments in drinking water, wastewater, and ventilation infrastructure enables communities to build and support more housing. Seven communities across Manitoba will benefit from upgrades to vital…
Aquatic invasive species (AIS) can cause significant ecological and economic impacts on freshwater ecosystems in Canada. That’s why, for the third year in a row,…
The Manitoba government is investing $47 million to support the rehabilitation of the Rivers Dam to increase the dam’s capacity against future major flooding events,…
WINNIPEG, MB – Fresh water is our most precious natural resource, needed for drinking, cleaning and sanitation, recreation, industry, agriculture, and ecosystem health. Water is…
HERRIDON, MB – A small northwestern Manitoba community has launched a public appeal to urge the Province of Manitoba to stop contamination of a pristine…
The Manitoba government has announced the establishment of formal nutrient targets aimed at safeguarding the province’s lakes and rivers, marking a significant milestone in water…
The Water Security Agency (WSA) is set to invest over $2 million in the design and construction of five critical water infrastructure projects across Southwest…
WINNIPEG, MB – Canada is taking action to help protect and manage freshwater ecosystems, including the Lake Winnipeg basin. Lake Winnipeg and its basin sustain a diverse…
SELKIRK, MB – A tripartite agreement was signed in Selkirk today that will see the city provide water and wastewater services to Manitoba Métis Federation land…
SELKIRK, Man. – The city’s wastewater treatment plant was honoured last month by the Red River Basin Commission (RRBC) with the presentation of its North Chapter…
As a way to further protect Manitoba’s environment and public health, the Manitoba government is strengthening the Environment Act to protect waterways, including looking at…
Winnipeg, Manitoba — Water First Education & Training Inc., in partnership with Interlake Reserves Tribal Council (IRTC) and participating communities, announced a new water treatment plant…
Winnipeg, MB – City of Winnipeg crews and contractors are still hard at work trying to resolve a sewage spill into the Red River at the…
The Manitoba government is investing an additional $294,000 to expand the Watershed Districts Program, Environment and Climate Change Minister Tracy Schmidt announced in advance of…