Thursday, October 23, 2025
A Policy for the Stewardship of Yukon’s Wetlands released
Minister Nils Clark and Minister John Streicker have announced the release of A Policy for the Stewardship of Yukon’s Wetlands, the territory’s first ever wetlands…
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What’s at Stake for British Columbia’s Fresh Water Systems?
Vancouver – In its newly released Major Outcomes Report, Our Water, Our Future, the Healthy Watersheds Initiative (HWI) documents the successes and challenges of one…
New Brunswick achieves goal of protecting 10 per cent of land and freshwater
The provincial government announced on December 13 that it is protecting an additional 277,900 hectares of Crown land to reach its goal of protecting 10 per…
Protecting more nature in partnership with Indigenous Peoples
Indigenous Peoples have been caring for the lands and waters of Canada since time immemorial. First Nations, Inuit, and Métis have unique relationships with nature…
Saskatchewan invests in remote monitoring technology for rural water treatment facilities
The Government of Saskatchewan has announced that it is investing over $1.9 million in 10 industry-led research and development projects through the Saskatchewan Advantage Innovation…
Federal government commits to developing conservation finance model for Great Bear Sea
Montréal – The federal government has announced its plan to invest $800 million in four Indigenous-led conservation initiatives across Canada, including a commitment to join…
Canada welcomes the world for COP15 to protect nature
Montréal – The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, was in Montréal to welcome delegates from around the world to the 15th meeting of the Conference of…
Partnership with Indigenous peoples, provincial, and territorial governments is the key to progress and protection of nature
Gatineau, QC –Minister Guilbeault’s statement on the eve of COP15 in Montréal: “Indigenous peoples have been stewards and caretakers of the land, water, and ice, and…
Canada and British Columbia invest in new wastewater treatment facility to protect Cultus Lake
Regional District of Fraser Valley, B.C. – The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of International Development and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency…
Sachigo Lake First Nation completes water system upgrades, lifts long-term drinking water advisory
Ottawa – First Nations, with support from the Government of Canada, continue to make significant progress in ending long-term drinking water advisories on reserves and…
TMU’s Bruce Fellowship in Environment and Freshwater Policy accepting applicants
Geoffrey F. Bruce was a Canadian diplomat and Canadian federal public servant who believed deeply in the imperative of Canadian leadership and multilateral cooperation to…
Canada’s National Adaptation Strategy—building resilient communities and a strong economy
It is unequivocal that Canada’s climate has changed and will continue to change. People in Canada are experiencing record-breaking climate events—from wildfires to extreme heat…
Future-proofing groundwater sustainability
Groundwater is the world’s largest freshwater resource. But because it’s deep underground, signs of overuse aren’t always obvious. And with population growth and increased demands…
The Canada Infrastructure Bank invests in shíshálh Nation Government District-owned wastewater treatment plant
shíshálh Nation, BC – Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and the shíshálh Nation Government District (sNGD) announced financial close on an agreement, which will see the…
Nk’mip (Osoyoos Lake) water science forum returns
Kelowna, B.C. – The much-anticipated Nk’mip (Osoyoos Lake) water science forum is making a return to the Okanagan valley, Oct. 27-29. Following on earlier forums in…
Blue Economy: The challenges with protecting source water
What started as a discussion on protecting our source water became a deep dive into how climate change is impacting quality freshwater sourcing in Canada.…
Manitoba funds economic initiatives for Indigenous communities involved in Lake Manitoba and Lake St. Martin Outlet Channels project
The Manitoba government is developing a new $15-million fund to support Indigenous economic development opportunities related to the Lake Manitoba and Lake St. Martin Outlet…
Rebuilding after Hurricane Fiona
In the wake of Hurricane Fiona’s devastation, thousands are rebuilding their homes and communities, and businesses of all sizes are getting back on their feet.…
SDTC supports innovation from coast to coast
Ottawa – Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) has announced an investment of $18.7 million in six innovative Canadian companies working in sectors ranging from agriculture…
Hidden Hero: Zhiibaahaasing water operator’s drive for safe drinking water
In our September/October 2022 issue, we spoke with system operators about the challenges they face in providing their communities with clean drinking water. Some work…
Next generation of Indigenous water treatment operators ready to support local water quality
Toronto, ON – Last week, Waabnoong Bemjiwang Association of First Nations (WBAFN), Gezhtoojig Employment & Training, Anishinabek Nation and Water First Education & Training Inc.…
A closer look at Canada’s water operator shortage
Beyond a vague sense of thirst, many of us give little thought to the water that flows forth crisp, clean, and translucent bordering on invisible,…
Up to $40 million in Indigenous-led area-based conservation funding now available
Gatineau, QC – Indigenous Peoples in Canada have long been environmental stewards on land, ice, and water and are the original leaders in sustainable development…
City of Hamilton to resume targeted dredging work at Chedoke Creek
Hamilton, ON – As part of the City of Hamilton’s Chedoke remediation plan, the targeted dredging work is scheduled to resume. Preparatory works will start…