Thursday, July 3, 2025
Terrace sewer main upgrade complete
Earlier this year, the City of Terrace, British Columbia, upsized the main sewer line that leads into the City’s sewage treatment plant (STP), located under…
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Revolutionizing PFAS wastewater treatment technology
WSP has developed a uniquely effective solution for rapid, on-site elimination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) along with other persistent water contaminants: an electro-oxidation wastewater…
Fluoride reintroduced to Calgary’s drinking water
On June 30th, the City of Calgary reintroduced fluoride to its drinking water as a safe and effective public health measure to prevent dental cavities…
Ducks Unlimited Canada conserves essential wetland
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) announced the acquisition of a 34.4-hectare (85.15-acre) property within Ontario’s Georgian Bay UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The newly conserved Honey Harbour Wetland…
Ontario taking action to make conservation authorities more effective
Ontario is taking action to enhance the effectiveness of the province’s conservation authorities, which will create consistency, reduce costs and drive faster outcomes for the communities…
Housing-related water infrastructure crisis: Establishment of a tactical group
Numerous events demonstrate the dilapidated state of our drinking water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. This is why a dozen partners from different sectors of civil…
Infrastructure funding to help build housing at two Vancouver Island First Nations
Malahat Nation and Cowichan Tribes on Vancouver Island are receiving a combined $66.7 million in loans to enable on-reserve housing construction and business development. Funding…
Morden wastewater facility project update
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…
Help prevent the spread of invasive Phragmites
Have you noticed a tall, dense grass growing along the highways and shorelines in Ontario? What you may be seeing is invasive Phragmites – and…
Niagara-on-the-Lake reflects on flooding response and outlines next steps
One year after the significant rainfall and flooding events of June and July 2024, the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake is providing an update on the work completed…
Canada’s first beach cleaning robot to be introduced as part of the Great Lakes Plastics Cleanup
On June 23rd, Canadian environmental not-for-profit, Pollution Probe, announced the launch of Canada’s very first BeBot remote-controlled, beach cleaning robot, as part of the Great…
Stantec appoints new Business Center Practice Lead for Ontario
Stantec has announced the appointment of Geneviève (Gen) Roy as the new Business Center Practice Lead for Water in Ontario North and East. Based in…
Investing in flood reduction capacity in Peterborough
The new downtown flood reduction project in Peterborough, supported by an $11-million investment from the federal government, will replace an existing storm sewer and help…
Timmins City Council awards $26.7 million contract for New Tisdale Water Tower
The City of Timmins is moving forward with plans to relocate part of its water infrastructure and build capacity in the municipal water system. Council…
Regina resumes construction on its Southwest sewer upgrade project
The City of Regina has begun the second year of its multiyear project to reduce the risk of sewer backups and support Regina’s growth by…
The Government of Canada invests in flood mapping and adaptation projects
On June 18, 2025, the Government of Canada announced an investment of $6.8 million in 20 projects across the country through the Flood Hazard Identification and Mapping…
Alberta invests in technology to transform tailings ponds
Alberta’s oil sands produce some of the most responsible energy in the world and have drastically reduced the amount of fresh water used per barrel.…
Ministry review confirms no issues with Hamilton water quality
The Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) has reviewed information from Hamilton Water regarding water quality complaints in Ward 10 on May 20-21, 2025.…
Saskatchewan increases inspection stations
Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) can be accidentally spread through recreational activities such as boating and fishing. AIS refers to plants, fish, invertebrates, and diseases that…
Calgary reflects one year after the Bearspaw South Feeder Main break
A year after the Bearspaw South Feeder Main break, The City of Calgary has taken many steps towards understanding the cause, supporting the reliability of…
Using science and technology to reduce tailings ponds
Under the leadership of former premier Peter Lougheed, Alberta harnessed advances in technology to drive development and innovation in the oil sands. That work was…
Saskatoon’s third flood control project complete
Residents in Saskatoon’s Avalon neighbourhood can look forward to reduced flood risk as the City of Saskatoon officially opens the newly upgraded Weaver Park dry…
Niagara Irrigation Initiative Project announced with up to $1.8M in total funding
The Niagara Irrigation Initiative Project Steering Committee announced that up to $1.8 million in total funding has been secured to advance the Niagara Irrigation Initiative…
Rose Valley Water Treatment Plant project is on budget
The Rose Valley Water Treatment Plant (RVWTP) is on budget and remains in its planned commissioning phase and transparency and accountability updates are available for…