Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Manitoba government funding improves water quality for Oak Lake
The Manitoba government is providing a $95,000 grant to help the Souris River Watershed District develop an aeration system in Oak Lake that will enhance…
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Manitoba government invests $19.7M in Oak Lake Dam rehabilitation project
The Manitoba government is investing $19.7 million to rehabilitate Oak Lake Dam, a critical piece of water infrastructure in southwestern Manitoba, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister…
New report highlights $250M annual value of Hudson Bay Lowlands’ ecosystem services
The Hudson Bay Lowlands provide nearly CAD $250 million in ecosystem goods and services (EGS) per year through the value of biodiversity conservation, hunting, tourism,…
Morden wastewater facility project update
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…
Manitoba government providing financial support to test well water
May 4 to 10 is Drinking Water Week in Manitoba and Manitoba Environment and Climate Change is encouraging Manitobans to test their well water. All…
Manitoba government increases funding to help protect lakes and rivers
The Manitoba government is investing an additional $540,000 to help stop the spread of aquatic invasive species (AIS), including a new fund to deliver AIS…
Critical water and ventilation infrastructure upgrades for communities across Manitoba
Strategic investments in drinking water, wastewater, and ventilation infrastructure enables communities to build and support more housing. Seven communities across Manitoba will benefit from upgrades to vital…
Parks Canada contributes another $1 million to support ecological corridors in Canada
The Government of Canada is committed to protecting biodiversity and conserving 30 per cent of land and inland waters and 30 per cent of marine…
Canada strengthens protection of freshwater with launch of standalone Canada Water Agency
WINNIPEG, MB – Fresh water is our most precious natural resource, needed for drinking, cleaning and sanitation, recreation, industry, agriculture, and ecosystem health. Water is…
Manitoba Government Expands Watershed Program
Watershed Districts Program Helps Protect Health of …
Winnipeg’s new North End sewage plant costs rise sharply
WINNIPEG – The most expensive project in the City of Winnipeg’s history is about to get considerably more expensive. A report set to go before…
Selkirk to expand water and wastewater utilities to service MMF lands
SELKIRK, MB – A tripartite agreement was signed in Selkirk today that will see the city provide water and wastewater services to Manitoba Métis Federation land…
Selkirk WWTP recognized with Red River Basin North Chapter Award
SELKIRK, Man. – The city’s wastewater treatment plant was honoured last month by the Red River Basin Commission (RRBC) with the presentation of its North Chapter…
Partnership will boost water quality for Manitobans
NIVERVILLE, MB – The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) is loaning a combined up to $140 million to support five communities with water and wastewater infrastructure…
Manitoba to strengthen Environment Act to protect waterways
As a way to further protect Manitoba’s environment and public health, the Manitoba government is strengthening the Environment Act to protect waterways, including looking at…
Water First and Interlake Reserves Tribal Council launch new internship program
Winnipeg, Manitoba — Water First Education & Training Inc., in partnership with Interlake Reserves Tribal Council (IRTC) and participating communities, announced a new water treatment plant…
Manitoba Government announces new tiered municipal water and wastewater investment framework
Future water and wastewater investments in Manitoba will be guided by a proposed new framework that establishes a tiered approach to funding and procurement, Municipal…
Pilot project adds layer of protection from aquatic invasive species in Manitoba
Emerson, Manitoba – Aquatic invasive species pose a serious threat to our environment, to species at risk across Canada, and to industries that rely on aquatic resources…
Manitoba Government launches new water management strategy
The Manitoba government is unveiling a new water management strategy – the first of its kind in nearly 20 years – to guide future actions,…
Governments invest in infrastructure Projects in Berens River First Nation
Berens River, MB – The Honourable Dan Vandal, federal Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister for PrairiesCan, Minister for CanNor, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic…
Canada and FCM invest in stronger asset management in Manitoba communities
The Government of Canada is investing $1.18 million in 26 Manitoba communities through the Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP), delivered by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM). As Canada…
Manitoba Provides Update on Rivers and Lakes Basin Conditions
The Manitoba Hydrologic Forecast Centre’s mid-January basin conditions assessment indicates drier than normal conditions for much of the southern and central Manitoba basins. The Red,…
Government Funding Helping to Preserve Seal River Watershed
Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, announced that the Government of Canada has invested $3.2 million in the Seal River Watershed Indigenous Protected…
Manitoba Issues Flood Warning for Northwestern Communities
Manitoba Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre has issued a flood warning related to high water entering Manitoba from Saskatchewan and potential rises along the Churchill River.…