Tuesday, April 22, 2025
N.B. Issues Algae Advisory for Saint John River
The Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health in New Brunswick is issuing a blue-green algae advisory for the Saint John River between Woodstock…
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Federal Funding Supporting 61 Flood Mitigation Projects in Ontario
Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Ralph Goodale announced over $7.75 million in funding to support work on 61 new projects in Ontario under…
Saskatchewan Issues Blue-Green Algae Advisory
The Water Security Agency and the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health are advising the public to avoid swimming in or drinking water where blue-green algae blooms…
ILCEPP Funding Awarded for 21 Projects Across Canada
Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, announced $5.8 million in Indigenous and Local Communities Engagement and Partnership Program funding for 21 projects with Indigenous groups. This…
Funding Announced for Pelly Crossing Water Infrastructure
The governments of Canada and Yukon are providing funding for three local infrastructure projects in Pelly Crossing. The installation of upgrades to the Taraw Water…
Lockeport Receives Funding for Wastewater Disinfection System
The governments of Canada and Nova Scotia have announced joint funding for a wastewater disinfection system project in Lockeport. This project involves the installation of…
Northern Rockies Receives Wastewater Infrastructure Funding
The Northern Rockies Regional Municipality, located in the northeast corner of British Columbia, is receiving $10 million to invest in modern, efficient infrastructure that supports…
Ontario issues statement on recycling review
Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks Jeff Yurek issued a statement the report on how the province can better manage recycling and plastic waste. David…
Nova Scotia issues tidal energy permit
Nova Scotia’s Department of Energy and Mines has issued a licence to Sustainable Marine Energy Canada for a tidal electricity project. The 1.26-megawatt marine renewable…
WCWC Launches Drinking Water Course for First Nations Communities
The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) has launched a new drinking water course for First Nations communities through a partnership with Keewaytinook Okimakanak and the…
Town of Hantsport, N.S. Receives Financial Support to Upgrade Water and Sewer Systems
The Town of Hantsport in Nova Scotia is upgrading its water and sewer system with support from the federal and provincial governments. “Investing in high-quality…
Town of Holyrood, N.L. Develops Waterfront to Boost Tourism
The Town of Holyrood in Newfoundland and Labrador is making significant improvements to its waterfront by improving the aesthetics, utility, and functionality of the boardwalk…
Predictive Model Forecasts Rainfall to Support Irrigation Decisions
A predictive model that combines information about plant physiology, real-time soil conditions, and weather forecasts can help make more informed decisions about when and how…
Canada and Ontario Help Farmers Improve Water Quality
The governments of Canada and Ontario are helping more farmers take action to boost water quality in the Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair watersheds.…
Canada Invests $3.1 Million in Halifax’s Water and Sewer Services
The Government of Canada is investing over $3.1 million to provide municipal water and sewer services to more Halifax residents. Federal funding for this project…
Okanagan Water Board Renews Call for Stronger Invasive Mussel Regulations
The Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) is calling for additional regulations to further protect B.C. waters from invasive mussels. “Until we know we are in…
Doug McNeil Named as Ontario’s Special Advisor on Flooding
Doug McNeil has been named Ontario’s special advisor on flooding by the Government of Ontario. The announcement was made by John Yakabuski, minister of natural…
CEC Receives Submission on Cross Border Water Pollution in Lake Memphremagog
Memphremagog Conservation Inc. has filed a submission with the Commission for Environmental Cooperation (CEC) Secretariat. The submission asserts that Canada and the United States are not effectively…
Blue Accounting Releases Comprehensive Database of Coastal Wetlands Projects in the Great Lakes Basin
Blue Accounting has released a comprehensive database of coastal wetlands protection, restoration, and enhancement projects in the Great Lakes Basin. Using the database, decision-makers and…
Waterfront Toronto Releases 2018-19 Annual Report
Waterfront Toronto has released its 2018-19 Annual Report. The report covers Waterfront Toronto’s activity from April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2019 and reflects on the…
Minister Champagne Issues Statement on CIB’s Investment in Mapleton
The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) announced on July 15, 2019 that it will be committing up to $20 million for a water and wastewater project…
Greater Napanee Water Pollution Control Plant Receives Federal and Municipal Funding
The Government of Canada and Town of Greater Napanee announced joint funding to improve and expand the Greater Napanee Water Pollution Control Plant. The Government…
CIB Commits up to $20 Million in Mapleton Water and Wastewater Project
The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) has announced an investment commitment of up to $20 million for a water and wastewater project in the Township of…
Diving into Water Treatment Strategies for Swimming Pools
With summer in full swing, many people are cooling off in swimming pools. However, some of the substances that are made when chlorine in the…