Global engineering and consulting firm Egis has acquired Mississauga-based Ecometrix, a move that expands its environmental and water resource capabilities in Canada. Ecometrix, founded in…
As we come together to celebrate World Wetlands Day on February 2nd, it is important to reflect on what makes these areas the wonders they…
WINNIPEG, MB – Canada is taking action to help protect and manage freshwater ecosystems, including the Lake Winnipeg basin. Lake Winnipeg and its basin sustain a diverse…
A new report released July 10, 2024 by Alberta’s Auditor General found that the government lacks effective processes to manage surface water allocation and use,…
CALGARY – City of Calgary crews continue to stabilize the water system and have started to gradually flow water from the Bearspaw Water Treatment Plant…
KELOWNA, BC – The Glenmore Ellison Improvement District (GEID) and City of Kelowna will officially join forces now that an Order in Council has been…
Update No. 17 from the City of Calgary issued June 19, 2024. CALGARY – The initial site of the large feeder main break has been…
Non-profit’s inaugural Environmental Water Internship will provide environmental certifications to 10 entry-level professionals. Sault Ste. Marie, ON – A brand new opportunity for Indigenous learners…
Cochrane, AB – Cochrane is celebrating the completion of a critical milestone in our water strategy, with the acquisition of a new water licence. This…
PITT MEADOWS, BC – The City of Pitt Meadows is providing local residents and businesses with free lawn signs to promote water conservation and adherence to…
Lake Country, B.C. – Syilx Territory – Despite cooler temperatures and recent rainfall, the Okanagan’s water supply is still experiencing the effects of last year’s…
LETHBRIDGE, Alta – The City of Lethbridge is leading by example in water conservation efforts. The Water Conservation Plan and Strategy targets a decrease in overall…
EDMONTON, AB – Alberta’s new 2024 Drought Response Plan will help guide the province through any and all drought conditions. This is a plan covering…
Cranbrook, BC – New outdoor water use regulations are now in effect in Cranbrook, after Council adopted the new Outdoor Water Use and Regulation bylaw…
CALGARY, Alta. – Accessing Calgary’s safe, high-quality water is as simple as turning on the tap these days, and The City intends to keep it…
KELOWNA, BC – The launch of Pacific DataStream means water monitoring groups across British Columbia and the Yukon can grow the audience for their data –…
EDMONTON, Alta. – Alberta’s population continues to rise, increasing the demand for water from communities and businesses. At the same time, parts of the province…
WINDSOR, ON – The Great Lakes Water Quality Board is seeking public opinions in a new online poll about the Great Lakes, water quality issues,…
QUEBEC CITY, QUEBEC – The Institut national de la recherche scientifique (INRS) and the Fédération québécoise des municipalités (FQM) have joined forces to develop sustainable water management solutions…
CARSON CITY, Nev.— The Nevada Supreme Court ruled today that the state has a right to manage groundwater for the preservation of senior water rights and…
Perth, ON – As wetlands cross people’s mind on World Wetlands Day (February 2, 2024), perhaps it is because, at some point in life, they…
Alberta’s Drought Command Team has been authorized to start negotiations with water licence holders to strike water-sharing agreements to mitigate the risk of drought. Alberta…
WINNIPEG, MB – Fresh water is a vital resource that is facing pressing challenges. To ensure that fresh water in Canada is clean and healthy, the Government…
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,…