Calgary Mayor Calls Water Main Break a Crisis Situation
Calgary's mayor has declared a crisis following a major water main break. Get the latest details on the city's response and potential impacts for residents.
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Review finds systemic gaps in Calgary's water system
An independent review into Calgary's catastrophic 2024 feeder main rupture reveals systemic gaps, ineffective management, and a lack of governance oversight in the city's water utility.
Calgary outlines business relief after water main break
City officials propose financial relief measures for Calgary businesses impacted by the December 2025 water main rupture. Learn about the potential support and ongoing recovery efforts.
Farkas Calls Meeting on Bearspaw Feeder Main Report
Mayor Jeromy Farkas has called a special council meeting for Wednesday to discuss the independent Kiefer report on Calgary's 2024 water main failure. Get the latest details.
Calgary Mayor Farkas pressed to release water pipe report
Calgarians demand transparency as Mayor Jeromy Farkas receives a report on the catastrophic water main failures. A council battle brews over the public release date.
Edmonton water main break disrupts 200+ suites for 5 days
A major water main break in south Edmonton has left over 200 residential suites without running water for five days. Residents face significant inconvenience as repairs continue.
Farkas: Calgary's Water Pipe a 'Ticking Time Bomb'
Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas issues a dire warning about the city's failing Bearspaw water main, calling it a 'mortal risk' that requires urgent, long-term action. Learn the facts.
Vancouver's French Table to close after 40 years
After four decades, Chef Hervé Martin is retiring and closing The French Table on Main Street. Discover the legacy of this iconic Vancouver bistro and its final service date.
Calgary mayor pledges new water system after pipe failure
Calgary's mayor commits to a new water system following a catastrophic pipe failure on Dec. 30, 2025. Crews are working on repairs as the city plans for long-term infrastructure upgrades.
Political Blame Over Calgary Water Main Break
Premier Danielle Smith blames former mayor Naheed Nenshi for a major Calgary water main rupture, drawing criticism for political theatre over solutions. Read the full story.
St. George, N.B. apartment fire displaces residents
A significant apartment fire on Main Street in St. George, New Brunswick, has displaced multiple residents and impacted the local foodbank. Fire crews battled the blaze on January 4, 2026.
Calgary's Water Crisis: A Legacy of Past Decisions
Calgary's second catastrophic water main break in 18 months exposes a complex crisis rooted in historical infrastructure choices. Discover why finding someone to blame is more complicated than it seems.
Calgary water use hits 495M litres, city urges conservation
Calgary's water consumption rose to 495 million litres Saturday as the city continues urging residents to conserve following a major water-main break. Learn how you can help.
Calgary hero rescues families in flood, now his pizza shop struggles
Saud Abbasi, owner of Pizza Bae in Montgomery, helped families escape a devastating water main flood on Dec. 30, 2025. Now, his new business faces closure due to water restrictions and lost revenue. Discover his story and the impact on local shops.
Calgary water system strained as main repairs continue
Calgary's water system is under strain again, hitting the yellow zone as crews repair a burst feeder main. Residents must urgently conserve water to maintain supply.
Calgary Water Main Break Hurts Montgomery Businesses
A major water main break in Calgary forces road closures, severely impacting Montgomery shop owners who plead they are 'open for business.' City focuses on conservation.
Calgary water main ruptures again, repairs to take two weeks
Calgary's Bearspaw south feeder main has ruptured for the second time in 18 months, pushing water storage into the 'red zone.' Stage 4 outdoor watering restrictions are in effect as crews work on a two-week repair. The city is expediting a permanent repla
Calgary water main break repairs underway, cause unknown
Calgary faces urgent water repairs after a catastrophic main break. The city is working on immediate fixes and long-term solutions, but the cause remains a mystery. Stay informed.
Emergency Water Main Repair in Lower Sackville, N.S.
Halifax Water crews are responding to an emergency water main repair in Lower Sackville, impacting the Robie Street Reservoir. Residents are advised to prepare for potential service disruptions.
Calgary water pipe explodes again, prompting calls for firings
Another catastrophic water main break floods Calgary streets, trapping motorists and renewing Mayor Jeromy Farkas's calls for city manager David Duckworth's dismissal. Full story on the latest infrastructure failure.
Calgary water main ruptures again, boil water advisory issued
A second rupture of Calgary's critical Bearspaw south feeder main has led to a boil water advisory for three communities and citywide Stage 4 water restrictions. Get the latest details and safety instructions.
Calgary NYE party on despite water main rupture
Calgary's New Year's Eve celebration at Eau Claire Plaza will proceed as planned despite a major feeder main break causing Stage 4 water restrictions. Discover event details and city updates.
Calgary water main break frustrates businesses on NYE
A water main break on 16th Ave. NW in Calgary's Montgomery area on New Year's Eve 2025 forced road closures and a boil water advisory, devastating local businesses still recovering from a similar rupture less than two years prior.
Calgary Water Main Fiasco: Monitoring System Failed
A catastrophic water main break in Calgary exposes a useless monitoring system. Mayor Farkas promises heads will roll as the city faces another water crisis. Read the full investigation.
Water restrictions in place after Calgary main break
A major water main break in Calgary has forced neighboring municipalities Airdrie and Chestermere to impose Stage 4 water restrictions, including a full outdoor ban. Residents are urged to conserve water immediately.
Calgary water main fails again, sparking new restrictions
A second catastrophic failure of Calgary's critical Bearspaw south feeder main has caused flooding, road closures, and triggered Stage 4 water restrictions. Officials confirm no warning signs preceded the rupture.
Montreal's St-Laurent bars open all night for New Year's
A record 22 bars and clubs on Montreal's St-Laurent Blvd. will stay open past 3 a.m. for New Year's Eve under a special project, offering extended celebrations. Discover which venues are participating.
Boil water advisory for NW Calgary after water main break
A boil water advisory is in effect for several northwest Calgary communities following a major water main break. Residents must boil tap water for at least one minute before use. Learn what areas are affected and the latest updates.
Calgary water main break triggers Stage 4 restrictions
A major water main break near 16th Ave & Sarcee Trail has flooded streets, stranded motorists, and triggered city-wide Stage 4 water restrictions and localized boil water advisories for NW Calgary.
Windsor Star's Top News Photos of 2025 by Dan Janisse
Award-winning photographer Dan Janisse captured Windsor's pivotal 2025 moments: elections, the Canada-U.S. trade war, fires, and local heroes. See the powerful images that defined the year.
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