UCalgary addresses big water challenges through global collaborations
Water Canada This summer, Albertans were reminded of the importance of water security when drought and water shortages led to increased concern around water usage. These concerns underscore a broader […]
Alberta First Nation angered over lack of consultation in dam decision
CBC A southern Alberta First Nation says it will fight a government decision on a dam because the province broke promises to take its concerns into account. Click here […]
Lowering costs for municipalities
Government of Alberta Municipalities play an important role in shaping Alberta’s vibrant communities and contributing to a stronger province. The province will now lend money to local authorities, which include […]
Ghost River location selected for new Bow River Reservoir
Government of Alberta After reviewing multiple options, the Alberta government has determined that the relocated Ghost Dam option is significantly better than the Glenbow East option due to its lower […]
Concern over dead fish, water levels in reservoir southwest of Edmonton
Global News Hundreds of dead fish have washed ashore, after an Alberta creek’s water levels dropped significantly. A family who’s lived in the area for generations believe the Alberta Energy […]
Calgary ends water restrictions, ‘effective immediately’
CTV News The City of Calgary ended water restrictions for the city at a Sunday morning update. “Today is the day we have been waiting for,” said Francois Bouchart, Calgary’s […]
Volunteers help Parks Canada with riparian restoration at Cascade Creek
CTV News It takes a lot of staff and volunteer hands to transplant well over 6,000 plants to date, along the banks of Cascade Creek that will stabilize the environment, […]
Calgary water restrictions will be lifted ‘sometime this weekend’: city
CTV News Calgary’s water restrictions should be lifted in the next three or four days, officials say. Calgary returned to Stage 4 outdoor water restrictions on Monday, Aug. 26 as […]
Repaired Calgary feeder main expected to be filled in 3 days, officials say
CTV News Calgary officials say the filling of the repaired feeder main is expected to begin Tuesday after weather conditions delayed work this week. In an update on Monday afternoon, […]
Will B.C.’s massive new Site C dam on the Peace River have downstream impacts on Alberta?
CBC At a construction cost of $16 billion, the Site C hydroelectric dam and reservoir on the Peace River in northeastern British Columbia is the most expensive public infrastructure project […]