UBC engineers may have the solution to ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water
National Observer A water treatment system that catches and destroys a class of dangerous chemicals known as per- and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS) is being developed by a team of engineers […]
New program to provide master class on soil agronomy
The Western Producer “It will offer a master class in soil health agronomy, water management and diversified cropping systems, covering established and emerging stewardship practices in topics like residue management, […]
Flooding: Is it time to stop living in basements?
The Conversation – Canada Repeated flooding is neither inevitable nor exceptional. Whether it’s the result of a river overflowing, torrential rain or even a failure in the water supply network, […]
Efforts to modernize the Columbia River Treaty provide an opportunity to right the wrongs of the past
The Conversation – Canada The Columbia River Treaty is a landmark water-management agreement, ratified in 1964, by the United States and Canada which aimed to co-ordinate water management within the […]
Ma-Me-O Beach residents handed $20K bill to pay for failed sewage project
CBC It’s to pay for a failed $5 million wastewater project that has saddled the community on the southeast shore of Pigeon Lake with debt for years. Ma-Me-O Mayor Christine […]
Water users dealing with a dry Milk River following siphon burst
CTV News It’s been just over two months since a siphon burst in Montana led to the Milk River drying up. Since then the Town of Milk River has been […]
How much microplastic are you drinking? New tool can tell you in minutes
Science Daily Low-cost, portable tool accurately measures plastic released from everyday sources like disposable cups and water bottles. Click here to read the story.
Potential reservoir near Red Deer could be first of many new water projects for Alberta, expert says
Calgary Herald Alberta’s decision to explore a new water reservoir west of Red Deer could be a harbinger of future water projects, as temperatures make the region more hospitable for […]
Ontario government invests $5.77M in water infrastructure for Gananoque housing
Water Canada The Ontario government is investing $5,771,984 to enhance water infrastructure in the Town of Gananoque, facilitating the construction of over 400 new homes. This funding is part of […]
Wet spring helped fend off harsh summer drought for Alberta farmers
CTV News A cold and dry winter set the stage for a challenging summer, but rain in May and June helped alleviate many concerns. However, winter is coming. We don’t […]
