Friday, October 10, 2025
Nobel winner donates half of prize money to Water First
Dr. Geoffrey Hinton, a recent co-recipient of the prestigious Nobel Prize for Physics, has announced a donation of $350,000 to Water First Education & Training…
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Walkerton Clean Water Centre releases annual report
Walkerton, ON — The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) has released its 2023–24 annual report, highlighting its continued expansion of training programs and support for…
Ontario helping build more homes in Sudbury
SUDBURY — The Ontario government is investing up to $34.9 million in water infrastructure to help enable the construction of 3,300 new homes in the City…
Brock research investigating potential neurotoxin in Lake Erie algae
Algae that wash up on shorelines and start turning black aren’t just a smelly eyesore — they could also be the source of a dangerous…
Fleming College and Miranda Water Technologies announce partnership as Miranda unveils Next-Generation Miracell® RBC
PETERBOROUGH, ON – Miranda Water Technologies, a pioneer in wastewater and water purification solutions, announced today a new partnership with Fleming College. Together, they will…
Peel Region recognizes Imagine a Day Without Water
BRAMPTON, ON – On October 17, Peel Region will join communities around the world in recognizing Imagine a Day Without Water, a day of awareness…
Federal government invests in flood mitigation for the Raisin River
CORNWALL, ON – Flood mitigation measures are being put in place to reduce the likelihood, frequency, and severity of flooding to residents and businesses located…
Enwave expands Deep Lake Water Cooling System with Toronto Water, recognized by the UN
Toronto, Ont. — Enwave Energy Corporation has commissioned the expansion of its Deep Lake Water Cooling (DLWC) System, adding a fourth intake to the sustainable…
Ontario announces $70M for Collingwood water treatment plant expansion
COLLINGWOOD, Ont. — The Ontario government has committed nearly $70 million towards the expansion of Collingwood’s water treatment plant, a critical project that will support…
Construction begins on Windsor’s Prince Road storm sewer outlet
WINDSOR, Ont. — Construction is set to begin on the Prince Road Storm Sewer Outlet, part of a multi-phase project aimed at improving stormwater management…
Durham Region secures $34.9M provincial grant for water infrastructure upgrade
WHITBY, Ont. — The Region of Durham has received a $34.9 million grant from Ontario’s Housing Enabling Water System Fund to support a major rehabilitation…
Ontario invests $25M in water infrastructure to enable over 2,200 homes in Cobourg
COBOURG, ONT.—The Ontario government is investing up to $25 million in water infrastructure to support the construction of 2,266 new homes in the Town of…
Town of Lincoln secures $13.6M for Prudhommes watermain upgrades
LINCOLN, ON – The Town of Lincoln has received $13.64 million in provincial funding to advance the Prudhommes Watermain Upgrades Project. The funds, provided through…
Kashwakamak Dam rebuild to bolster flood and drought protection
NORTH FRONTENAC, ON – The Kashwakamak dam is set for a major rebuild to mitigate the risks of failure and flooding, thanks to a nearly…
Chesterville opens new water treatment facility
CHESTERVILLE, Ont – A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on September 5 to mark the opening of Chesterville’s new water treatment facility. The facility, now operational,…
Water operators gather for hands-on training in Kingston
Utilities Kingston hosted a two-day event this week, offering practical training in water management and maintenance techniques for drinking water system operators across Ontario. The…
Toronto and Federal Government Invest in Flood Protection for Rockcliffe-Smythe Area
Toronto, ON—In response to increasing flood risks exacerbated by climate change, the federal government and the City of Toronto have announced a joint investment of…
London begins major stormwater projects to combat flooding
Several stormwater management infrastructure projects are planned to begin construction soon this summer helping improve London’s resiliency to severe weather, flooding, and the impacts of…
Ontario Invests $970M in water infrastructure to support housing construction
The Ontario government has announced a significant investment of $970 million to support the construction of more than 500,000 new homes across the province. This…
Ontario opens call for applications for additional funding to help improve the health of the Great Lakes
TORONTO — The Ontario government is helping communities and local organizations take action where they live to protect, conserve and restore the Great Lakes by…
Ontario to end wastewater surveillance program
TORONTO, ON – Ontario premier Doug Ford announced this week the province is ending the wastewater surveillance program that gained widespread praise during the COVID-19…
CELA and OMWA call for action to reduce lead amounts in Ontario drinking water
Toronto, ON – Ontario’s lead in drinking water standard remains too high to protect public health. Lead is a serious public health concern, especially for…
Ontario Investing $289,000 in Youth Stewardship of Lake Simcoe
Local projects will help restore and protect Lake Simcoe for future generations ORILLIA — The Ontario government is investing over $289,000 in three projects that…
Kirkland Lake declares state of emergency due to flooding
Kirkland Lake, ON – At 4:06 pm on Friday April 12, 2024, Stacy Wight, Mayor of the Town of Kirkland Lake, declared an emergency in…