Technology transforming tailings ponds
Government of Alberta Alberta’s oil sands produce some of the most responsible energy in the world and have drastically reduced the amount of fresh water used per barrel. Yet, for […]
Province and energy regulator to evaluate oil sands mine water recommendations
Lakeland Today Alberta Environment and the Alberta Energy Regulator will both be evaluating five recommendations by the Oil Sands Mine Water Steering Committee to speed up the reclamation of tailings […]
Saskatchewan increases inspection stations
Water Canada Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) can be accidentally spread through recreational activities such as boating and fishing. AIS refers to plants, fish, invertebrates, and diseases that are not natural […]
Ministry review confirms no issues with Hamilton water quality
Water Canada The Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) has reviewed information from Hamilton Water regarding water quality complaints in Ward 10 on May 20-21, 2025. The Ministry review […]
Mactaquac Dam upgrade gets environmental go-ahead
CBC New Brunswick’s largest hydroelectric dam is one step closer to a multibillion-dollar refurbishment to extend its lifespan. The province has given N.B. Power the green light to proceed with […]
Saskatchewan First Nation taking government to court, claiming failure to protect river delta
Groundwater The Cumberland House Cree Nation in northeastern Saskatchewan is taking the province to court, alleging it has failed to uphold treaty obligations to protect the Saskatchewan River system. The […]
Watershed group hopes ‘fast-tracking’ won’t let Sisson mine off the hook for environmental protections
CBC An environmental protection group in New Brunswick is hoping piqued interest in critical mineral projects will lead to higher, not lower, standards for developments such as the proposed Sisson […]
Calgary reflects one year after the Bearspaw South Feeder Main break
Water Canada A year after the Bearspaw South Feeder Main break, The City of Calgary has taken many steps towards understanding the cause, supporting the reliability of the pipe and […]
Pilot project uses nanobubble technology to battle algae blooms in Manitoba lake
CBC After years of trying everything from aerators to chemical treatments, a southwestern Manitoba lake plagued by stubborn algae is testing a new solution bubbles too small to see. Betty […]
Soil moisture ‘precarious’ in parts of Saskatchewan
The Western Producer The good news for farmers in Saskatchewan’s northern grain belt is that showers are forecast over the Father’s Day weekend. The bad news? If those showers don’t […]