Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Work underway on $22 million St. Rose stormwater pumping station
Mayor Drew Dilkens and Ward 6 Councillor Jo-Anne Gignac were joined by City administration to highlight the construction on the new St. Rose Stormwater Pumping…
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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…
Pictou invests in coastal protection and stormwater infrastructure upgrades
The Town of Pictou is set to bolster its coastal protection and stormwater infrastructure, thanks to a significant investment from the Province of Nova Scotia.…
Kwikwetlem First Nation and Coquitlam Partner on $19.9 Million Flood Mitigation Program
Coquitlam, BC, Aug. 15, 2024 — A new flood mitigation program is set to bring significant improvements to the Lower Mainland as Kwikwetlem First Nation…
T’Sou-ke Nation to develop hybrid stormwater system and green space
The T’Sou-ke First Nation in B.C. is set to develop an innovative hybrid stormwater management system and naturalized green space, thanks to a joint investment…
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…
Alberta commits over $30M to mitigate drought and flood risks
In a significant move to safeguard public safety and critical infrastructure, Alberta has announced an investment of more than $30 million into community-led projects aimed…
Federal government invests in natural stormwater pond in Kamloops
KAMLOOPS, BC – A new stormwater collection system on Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc Chief Louis Centre lands to build community resilience and protect habitats for local wildlife…
Dartmouth invests $32.5M in stormwater system
DARTMOUTH, NS – Funding from the Province will help replace a stormwater system and surrounding infrastructure in downtown Dartmouth. “This is a landmark project for…
Surrey eases stormwater drainage requirements to spur developments
Surrey, BC – During its Regular Council Meeting on Monday, Surrey City Council approved changes that relax Residential Storm Pump requirements for single-family properties. These changes…
Epcor to collect from properties that haven’t been paying stormwater bills
EDMONTON – After discovering City of Edmonton properties, golf courses, and private cemeteries have not been paying stormwater bills, and in some cases didn’t even…
Ottawa approves expanded rain retrofit program, rebate for homeowners
OTTAWA, ONT. – The Environment and Climate Change Committee today approved a permanent, expanded Rain Ready Ottawa (link is external) program to help residents manage rainfall…
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…
Oak Bay sewer infrastructure receives $8.8M investment from government
OAK BAY, BC – Stormwater and wastewater infrastructure in Oak Bay will undergo significant upgrades thanks to a combined investment of more than $8.8 million from the federal and…
Ontario Introduces Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund
Ontario municipalities can now receive funding for water infrastructure projects to protect communities and build more housing. About the fund The Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund…
SPONSORED: Dry Ponds: A simple, yet innovative approach to flood mitigation
The future of our communities relies on the commitments we make today. EPCOR’s annual ESG report shares progress on the North American utility’s sustainability journey,…
Canada invests in erosion protection in Eskasoni and Potlotek First Nations
St. Peter’s, NS – Mike Kelloway, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard and Member of Parliament for Cape…
Funding for flood prevention in Amherst, NS
The Town of Amherst will upgrade its infrastructure to help protect against climate-related flooding. The Province of Nova Scotia recently announced $349,300 in funding for…
Government of Canada calls for proposals to advance flood mapping science and climate adaptation projects
Canadians across the country are already facing the consequences of climate change, which is causing more frequent and severe weather. Climate-related natural disasters, including flooding,…
Canada and Quebec invest in flood protection installation in Coaticook
Coaticook, QC – The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of National Revenue and Geneviève Hébert, member for Saint-François and Assistant Government Whip on behalf of François…
Regional District of Fraser-Fort George receives $1-million for hazard study
The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George is about to undertake a hazard assessment in the region. According to the District, the million-dollar study will happen…
New project in Saskatoon’s Churchill Park will significantly reduce neighbourhood flooding
Devastating floods are less of a concern for dozens of property owners in the Adelaide/Churchill Park neighbourhood, thanks to a new project in the north…
The governments of Canada and Quebec invest in stormwater upgrades in Laval
Laval, QC – Annie Koutrakis, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Member of Parliament for Vimy, and Christopher Skeete, Minister for the Economy,…
Castlegar, B.C. to initiate Liquid Waste Management Plan
Castlegar, B.C. – The City of Castlegar is initiating a Liquid Waste Management Plan and is seeking community involvement. Liquid waste includes both sanitary sewage…