Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Ontario Food Processors Address Pressures to Cut Water Use
In the food and beverage processing industry, water represents as much as eight per cent of a company’s total cost of production, and the costs…
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Groups Respond to Proposed Water Opportunities Act
With the announcement of the proposed Water Opportunities Act in yesterday’s Speech from the Throne, the Ontario government is setting the province on a path…
Open Ontario: Plans to Make a Splash
“The world needs Ontario. The world needs what we have to offer,” said Ontario’s Lieutenant-Governor David C. Onley in Monday’s Speech from the Throne, which…
Water Issues Top Environmental Concern: Survey
A global public opinion survey on attitudes about fresh water sustainability, management and conservation finds that people around the world view water issues as the…
Guelph Adopts WCESU Recommendations
Guelph, Ontario’s City Council voted to adopt the policy recommendations of Water Conservation and Efficiency Strategy Update (WCESU) at this week’s Council meeting. The recommendations…
Calgary Continues to Conserve
The total amount of water used in Calgary continues to stay below 2003 levels despite 120,000 new Calgarians being connected to the city’s water system…
SDTC Encourages Water Treatment Funding Applications
The largest single funder of clean technology in Canada is calling for Statements of Interest for its fifteenth round of funding. Although applications to all…
ERCB, AE Consider Directive on Water Use in Oil Sands
The Energy Resources Conservation Board (ERCB) and Alberta Environment are calling for feedback from stakeholders on a draft directive, which proposes new requirements for the…
Responsible Actions: How Does Water Figure in Alberta’s Plans?
Alberta has released a long-term development plan, highlighting sustainable and responsible growth for its oil sands. The 20-year plan, titled Responsible Actions: A Plan for…
Manitobans Can Save Money, While Using Less Water: Melnick
An instant rebate as part of the WaterSmart Manitoba initiative will be offered at participating retailers on the purchase of high-efficiency, dual-flush toilets for one…
Alberta’s Major Water Users Make Commitment
Some of Alberta’s largest users of waters are taking action to develop and implement water conservation, efficiency and productivity plans as part of the province’s…