The quality of water left sitting in pipes could change in buildings—such as restaurants and schools—that are closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19. “We…
The City of Peterborough is urging residents to dispose all baby wipes, sanitary wipes, and disinfectant wipes in the garbage. “These wipes are being incorrectly…
What did the Burrard Inlet look like in the past, compared to how it is now? What were the fishing, food source, and maritime resources…
A high water warning for the Red River south of Winnipeg has been issued by the Manitoba government. The Government of Manitoba is preparing to…
A new toolkit from the Water Environment Federation (WEF) aims to raise public awareness about the vital role that water utilities and workers play in…
Vaughan City Council has voted to cancel its planned 2020 water and wastewater rate increases. “The City of Vaughan is committed to protecting the health…
Rick Gruenhagen has been named the chief technology officer of Innovyze, which acquired Ontario-based EMAGIN in December 2019. In his new role, Rick Gruenhagen will…
A framework agreement, which will provide federal support for a mercury care home, has been signed by Marc Miller, minister of Indigenous services, and Chief…
The Region of Durham’s Works Department is urging residents to only flush the three Ps—poo, pee, and toilet paper. “We are noticing an increase in…
The Manitoba government is continuing to monitor the Red River Valley in anticipation of potential high-water situations, said Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler when he released…
A new test to detect SARS-CoV-2 in the wastewater of communities infected with the virus is being developed by researchers from Cranfield University and the…
Nunavut Tunngavik Incorporated (NTI) is investing $1.25 million to ensure Inuit in have a steady supply of clean water to wash hands. “Water is a…
Aclarus has announced the appointment of Dr. Brent Wootton as vice president of technology and customer success. “We are thrilled to welcome Brent to the…
The Brandon Emergency Response Control Group has made a decision to activate its pandemic preparedness plan at its municipal water treatment facility. According to the…
The Manitoba government will be investing nearly $8 million to help more than 80 municipalities enhance spring flood preparations and protection.“Manitobans always rally together in…
The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) has announced a priority conservation site at Buffalo Pound, located 40 kilometres from Moose Jaw, in Saskatchewan. The area…
The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) and Aqua Forum have announced the finalists of the 2020 B.C. AquaHacking Challenge. Participants, including judges and mentors, logged…
Clearford Water Systems Inc. announced that it has entered into a new US$1.5 million loan with an existing lender. The proceeds of the loan will be used…
A groundwater expert, Dr. John Cherry, has received the 2020 Stockholm Water Prize. According to the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI), Cherry’s research has raised…
UBC Okanagan announced that Engineering Professor Cigdem Eskicioglu has been named the Senior Industrial Research Chair (IRC) in advanced resource recovery from wastewater. The IRC…
A research team has found that nanoscale particles of the most commonly used plastics tend to move through the water supply or settle out in…
Canadian municipal leaders and wastewater professionals are urging everyone to NOT flush anything but the 3P’s—pee, poop, and paper (toilet paper). There is never a…
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) is asking the public to not flush ‘flushable’ wipes down the toilet. Recently, the public’s rapid response to COVID-19…
Climate change and urbanization are expected to threaten groundwater quality around the world, according to a new study from UNSW. Dissolved organic carbon (DOC) is…