Quebec Communities Face Severe Flooding Crisis
The Pinnacle Gazette Severe flooding has struck various parts of Quebec, compelling authorities to declare states of emergency and initiate evacuations as multiple rivers swell past safe limits. The emergency, […]
Boil water advisory in effect for area in Montreal’s Ville-Marie borough
CTV News The city reminds that water should be boiled even if a home filtering device is installed. In addition, schools, businesses and institutions in the ares should shut off […]
Quebec must not give in to political pressure on flooding maps
Canadian Climate Institute Everyone in Quebec profits from the government moving forward with new policies on residences in flood risk zones in 2025. Accurate, accessible maps and robust policies will […]
Quebec residents frustrated by delays in flood relief payments
Insurance Business Quebec residents impacted by severe flooding in August, caused by the remnants of Hurricane Debby, are expressing frustration as the provincial government has processed fewer than 10% of […]
This Quebec water tower got a spooky makeover just in time for Halloween
CBC As the sun sets, starting at 6 p.m. and until 10 p.m. every night this week including Halloween, the top of the tower lights up bright orange as a […]
New global database of dams and reservoirs could transform water management
Water Canada A groundbreaking database developed by the Global Dam Watch (GDW) consortium is set to transform the global understanding of dams and reservoirs. Co-ordinated and led by members of […]
PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Found in Quebec’s Water Supply; Class Action Launched
Water Canada PFAS are synthetic chemicals used in various industrial and consumer products, including non-stick cookware and water-repellent fabrics. Known for their persistence in the environment and resistance to breaking […]
Demand for cheap, clean hydropower is soaring. Can Quebec keep up?
CBC Every second, eight million litres of water rush through the Beauharnois Generating Station – enough to fill three Olympic-sized pools – producing energy to power almost 400,000 homes. Quebec […]
Boil-water advisory lifted in eastern Montreal after water main break
CBC The preventative advisory affected about 150,000 residents in the eastern half of the island of Montreal south of Sherbrooke Street, including Mercier-Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Riviere-des-Prairies-Pointe-aux-Trembles and Montréal-Est. Click here to […]
Flooding takes a toll on mental health. Here’s how Quebecers can help each other cope
CBC Borrelli’s home in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, Que., in which he’s lived since the 80s, was among those impacted by severe flooding after last week’s record-breaking downpour remnants of tropical storm Debby. […]