Tuesday, July 1, 2025
Experts weigh in on Ontario water issues for 2022 and beyond
As the Ontario elections loom large on the horizon, Water Canada took the opportunity to ask water industry experts to weigh in on what they…
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Efficient processes necessary to effectively remove emerging contaminants in wastewater treatment plants
Quebec – Currently, treatment systems let, on average, half of the emerging contaminants found in wastewater go through. However, scientists are developing new technologies to…
Saskatchewan gets support for irrigation expansion
Saskatchewan – The Ministry of Agriculture is providing additional support for irrigation development in the province with a $2.5 million investment to help producers finance…
Support for fish and wildlife habitat restoration in the Toronto waterfront
Water is one of the essentials of life, and a safe and secure water supply is critical for human health, the environment and the economy.…
Canada and Ontario invest in 144 community water infrastructure projects
Welland, ON – Jennifer O’Connell, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of…
USask report identifies sectors putting global freshwater resources at risk
The Global Assessment of Private Sector Impacts on Water makes clear that several key industries like food products, textiles and apparel, and others that are not…
UCalgary and USask experts to collaborate on international project to transform water predictions
A team of hydrologists from the University of Saskatchewan (USask) and University of Calgary (UCalgary) comprises the Canadian contingent in an unprecedented international collaboration that…
Town of Saugeen Shore’s Drinking Water system is compliant and meets or exceeds Provincial regulations
At the March 28th Town of Saugeen Shores Committee of the Whole meeting, the Ontario Clean Water Agency’s (OCWA) 2021 Annual Drinking Water System report was…
Government of Canada invests in sustainable water infrastructure for Iqaluit
Iqaluit, NU – The Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada; the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs; the Honourable P.J. Akeeagok, Premier of Nunavut; and…
Five long-term drinking water advisories lifted in Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte First Nation
Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte First Nation, ON – Chief R. Donald Maracle and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, celebrated that five long-term…
Water Security Agency supports growth through water management infrastructure in Saskatchewan
The Water Security Agency (WSA) announced $72M in planned investments to water infrastructure across Saskatchewan to help keep the province’s water supply safe and secure.…
A culture of water stewardship bubbles up with Coors Seltzer’s help
If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught executives anything about the keys to business resilience, it’s that risk management and listening to a broad group of…
New report: Is the solution to water crises hiding right under our feet?
Groundwater accounts for 99% of all liquid freshwater on Earth. However, this natural resource is often poorly understood and consequently undervalued, mismanaged and even abused.…
Groundbreaking Ceremony Held for Church Road Well Field
Sechelt, B.C. – After three years of studies, applications, ongoing work and discussions with the Sḵwxwú7mesh Nation and other local and Provincial Governments, today the…
Okanagan Nation Alliance to have full voting rights on Okanagan Basin Water Board
Kelowna, B.C. – The three regional district boards of the Okanagan have voted to change the Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB)’s governance structure, giving the Okanagan…
Improving water infrastructure in rural, remote, and Indigenous communities
Water is the lifeblood of every community, an integral part of ancient and modern societies. Without it, life is unsustainable. Access to potable water is…
SPONSORED: Permeable paving: Stormwater management for the future
With the predicted increase in precipitation and storm events over the coming decades, the issue of how to effectively manage stormwater is becoming more pressing…
Upgrades to Lethbridge Water Treatment Plant improve its environmental impact
Lethbridge—While Lethbridge residents will not have noticed any difference to their water, some new upgrades were completed at the Water Treatment Plant last year in order…
ISC receives report on clean water for First Nations
Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu issued the following statement regarding the Parliamentary Budget Officer’s report on clean water for First Nations: “We welcome the Parliamentary…
Manitoba investing in water infrastructure to support needs in Morden and region
Central Services Minister Reg Helwer announced that the Manitoba government is contributing nearly $6 million to support water supply investment projects in Morden and the…
USask research aims to identify how ‘thirsty’ forests affect water availability
Most water used in agriculture and urban areas comes from sources originating in forest landscapes. Rainfall is usually first consumed by trees in large forests,…
Funding to help mitigate flood risk and support municipal infrastructure in N.S.
Sixteen municipal projects will receive funding to help mitigate flood risk and support municipal infrastructure. “The money will support key projects that make a difference…
Alberta pilot project produces beer made with treated wastewater
Water is a key ingredient in the beer-making process. It’s so simple, it’s generally an afterthought. But what if it wasn’t just any water, but…
SaskWater infrastructure upgrades to benefit Melfort Region
A recent upgrade and expansion of the Codette Lake Regional Water Supply System means SaskWater customers in the Melfort area will enjoy a reliable water…