Wednesday, May 14, 2025
UBC Researchers Map Evolution of Coastal Waters in Metro Vancouver
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…
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Manitoba Advises Red River Floodway to be Activated
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…
New Toolkit Highlights Role of Water Sector in Coronavirus Response
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, Ont. Cancels 2020 Water and Wastewater Rate Increases
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…
Overcoming the Mine Water Management Challenge
If ever there was an industry that put water professionals to the test, it would be mining. It demands excellence and innovation in all aspects…
Rick Gruenhagen Joins Innovyze as Chief Technology Officer
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…
New Mercury Care Home to be Built in Grassy Narrows First Nation
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…
All About That Dace
Stormwater management strategy helps the Region of Peel treat polluted runoff and protect a local redside dace population. Understanding how an infrastructure project affects a…
Durham Region Reminds Residents to Think Before They Flush
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…
Manitoba Releases Second Spring Thaw Outlook for 2020
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…
Wastewater Test Could Provide Early Warning of COVID-19
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 Invests in Clean Water for Community Handwashing
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…
Brent Wootton Joins Ontario-based Aclarus Ozone
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…
Brandon, Manitoba Activates Pandemic Preparedness Plan for Water Treatment Facility
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…
Manitoba Announces Major Investments in Spring Flood Protection
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…
Minimizing the Impacts of a Pandemic on Water Service Delivery
Water utilities are continuing to provide safe drinking water to communities across Canada, even as states of emergency are being declared due to the COVID-19…
Nature Conservancy of Canada Announces Priority Conservation Site
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…
Potential Impacts of an Unplanned Service Disruption on Water Delivery
Water utilities are continuing to provide safe drinking water to communities across Canada, even as states of emergency are being declared due to the COVID-19…
How a Pandemic Impacts Water Service Delivery
Water utilities are continuing to provide safe drinking water, even as a state of emergency is being declared in municipalities and provinces across Canada due…
A Moment to Give Thanks
It has been a difficult few weeks. Some have lost their job, some have watched loved ones fight a disease that they can’t understand, and…
Aqua Forum and OBWB Announce B.C. AquaHacking Challenge Finalists
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 Announces New US$1.5 Million Loan
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…
2020 Stockholm Water Prize Awarded to Groundwater Expert
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…
Water Steward – Emma Wattie, Atlantic Water Network
Emma Wattie’s love for data set her up for success as the director of the Atlantic Water Network, which provides equipment and resources for water…