A wastewater treatment technology widely used in Japan is being tested in Alberta to see if it can stand up to Canada’s extreme winter conditions…
A peer-reviewed study has found that ultra-pure graphene produced by HydroGraph Inc. can remove 100 per cent of six organic dyes from wastewater in just…
The Township of Mapleton received a major financial boost to its wastewater infrastructure improvements, thanks to a $9.8 million investment from the Government of Ontario.…
Recent studies in Canada show that over 99% of the population have detectable levels of PFAS – synthetic chemicals found in products such as non‑stick…
Alberta’s government is investing $10 million from the industry-funded Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) program to pilot two new technologies that will help Cardston…
The Township of Adjala-Tosorontio has secured a grant of $34,999,995.00 from the Province of Ontario through the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program (MHIP). This substantial investment will…
Two communities on Vancouver Island are receiving upgrades to their water infrastructure after a combined investment of more than $5.25 million from the federal and provincial governments…
The Ontario government is investing $135 million in water systems and irrigation infrastructure in Niagara Region and the Municipality of Leamington to help build more…
A total of 21 projects valued at more than $9 million have been approved in Newfoundland and Labrador under the Municipal Capital Works Program. Municipal…
Alberta’s government is investing $50 million to upgrade Airdrie’s wastewater system, helping meet growing infrastructure demands driven by rapid population growth. Since 2022, Airdrie’s population…
Alberta’s rural communities are growing, increasing the need for reliable and effective infrastructure to support economic development and a high quality of life. That is…
Water First Education & Training Inc. announced a new water treatment plant operator training program in conjunction with seven First Nations communities and organizations across…
The Town of Parry Sound announced the official groundbreaking ceremony for the new Pump Station 2 on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, near the Champagne Street boat…
Numerous events demonstrate the dilapidated state of our drinking water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. This is why a dozen partners from different sectors of civil…
Malahat Nation and Cowichan Tribes on Vancouver Island are receiving a combined $66.7 million in loans to enable on-reserve housing construction and business development. Funding…
After several years of challenges and perseverance, the City of Morden has shared that they have identified a clear path forward for the new wastewater…
June is Indigenous History Month, and the graduation of 11 new Indigenous water operators marks a reason to celebrate. The graduates, from seven communities in…
Following several months of negotiations, the City of Hamilton’s Hamilton Ontario Water Employees Association (HOWEA) union membership voted to reject the City’s final offer and…
Pikangikum First Nation has been forced to declare a state of emergency due to the critical state of water and wastewater infrastructure on its Reserve.…
The Province of Nova Scotia is continuing to invest in municipal infrastructure projects through the Growth and Renewal for Infrastructure Development (GRID) Program. Thirty-five projects…
The Manitoba government is committing $24 million in funding for the Manitoba Water Services Board (MWSB) capital budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year to assist…
When most Canadians turn on their taps or flush toilets, they likely give little thought to the increasingly complex technology and skilled professionals keeping their…
The City of Brantford announced the successful implementation of four new reverse osmosis (RO) units at the City’s Water Treatment Plant to help proactively address…
Sponsored by Thanks to Toronto Water for hosting and conducting the tour! Another successful Downstream event is in the books! As always, this event provided…