Hamilton refused to fix flooding stormwater channel for 23 years, now must pay $3M in damages
CBC For over 23 years, the City of Hamilton refused to repair its own drainage channel even after a local company complained it flooded its property with stormwater and untreated […]
Stantec and MPE engineering firms selected for Westside Irrigation Rehabilitation Project
Water Canada This week, the Government of Saskatchewan announced the awarding of the next planning and engineering design work for Westside Irrigation Rehabilitation Project (WIRP) to Prairie Engineering Partners, a […]
Flushing the ‘ick’ factor
CBC Sewage as drinking water? It’s one secret weapon as North America seeks solutions to a water crisis. Click here to read the story.
Compare and contrast: In Idaho, Water Shortages Pit Farmers Against One Another
Inside Climate News This summer, a short-lived curtailment order brought a dispute to a head between farmers irrigating from the Snake River and those dependent on groundwater. Without a long-term […]
Markham District Energy expanding world’s largest wastewater-to-energy project
Water Canada To expand the world’s largest wastewater energy transfer facility so more residents and businesses can benefit from affordable, low-carbon energy, the federal government today announced an additional investment […]
Compare and contrast: Every water firm in England and Wales under investigation over sewage spills
The Guardian The water regulator is taking action against four more water companies, including Severn Trent and United Utilities, meaning every wastewater company in England and Wales is under investigation […]
Plan for drought while rainfall plentiful
The Western Producer The best way to weather a drought is to be ready when it comes. Preparation is needed before the rains stop, says Joe Harrington, irrigation specialist with […]
Important Notice to Irrigators: June Water Supply Update
St. Mary River Irrigation District On June 28, 2024 the Irrigation Water Supply Forecast from Alberta Agriculture & Irrigation indicates minor gains from May. The St. Mary River Irrigation District […]