British Columbia launches public comment period for Glencore's proposed 35-year expansion of the Fording River coal mine, as cross-border water pollution investigations continue. Have your say by Feb. 15.
The Alberta government is launching a comprehensive program to test drinking water for lead in all provincially owned buildings, aiming to ensure public safety and water quality standards.
Record-low water levels on Lake St. Clair near Belle River, Ont., are causing significant concern for waterfront property owners. Experts point to climate patterns and evaporation. Learn more about the local impact.
The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board has approved two rate increases for Halifax Water in 2026. Find out how this will impact your utility bills.
The popular Nestaweya River Trail at Winnipeg's The Forks is closed as unseasonably warm weather compromises ice safety. Officials urge public caution.
Calgary Fire Department rescued two people from the Bow River ice near Bowmont Park. A bystander helped, but a black lab mix named Coffee remains missing after falling through.
Discover why the portable LifeStraw water filter is an essential item for Canadians, from outdoor adventures to emergency preparedness. Tested in extreme conditions, it offers peace of mind for just $18.
Following the Bearspaw water main rupture, Calgarians urge a review of non-potable water use and critique provincial oversight. A reader's letter highlights a pivotal moment for change.
Saskatoon's proactive water main monitoring and simpler system structure shield it from catastrophic breaks like Calgary's 2024 event. Learn how the city manages its 118 km of critical pipes.
Calgary's water consumption shows a positive downward trend as crews refill the repaired Bearspaw South feeder main. Officials urge continued conservation until system is fully stabilized and tested.
A major highway in British Columbia has reopened following a lengthy closure for avalanche control work. Get the latest details on the Saturday night shutdown and current road conditions.
As water rationing nears its end, Calgary is proactively installing flood barriers and modifying berms to protect northwest communities from potential catastrophic failures of the aging Bearspaw South feeder main. Learn about the city's risk mitigation pl
Highway 3 through Kootenay Pass is closed Saturday evening for avalanche deposit removal. Expect significant traffic delays between 4 p.m. and 11 p.m. PST.
A new case of chronic wasting disease has been confirmed in a deer in British Columbia's Kootenay region, raising concerns for wildlife and hunters. Learn about the risks and provincial monitoring efforts.
A damning report reveals how Calgary's 'consensus' culture stalled critical water projects for years, leading to the 2024 Bearspaw main break and current restrictions. Read the full investigation.
OttawaNewsCompany hit with a major $1.35 million penalty for depositing sodium chlorite into the Lièvre River near Gatineau. Read about the environmental violation and its consequences.
A Quebec chemical manufacturer faces a $1.365 million penalty for dumping a harmful substance into the Lièvre River in 2019. Read about the environmental violation and its consequences.
Calgary's water consumption hit 508 million litres on Jan. 8, marking five days of unsustainable levels as crews work to bring a critical watermain back into service. Learn the latest on the repair efforts.
Residents of Pimicikamak Cree Nation face ongoing water insecurity after power outages. While help is promised, the community remains under a boil water advisory, highlighting critical infrastructure needs.
Mitchell McIntyre receives a life sentence for two 2022 murders in the Kootenays, cases initially deemed accidental. He won't be eligible for parole for 13 years. Read the full story.
Calgary residents express mixed feelings as mandatory water conservation measures remain in effect. The city's water system is still under strain while crews work to repair a critical feeder main.
Calgary faces a critical water shortage. Officials urge residents to commit to three fewer toilet flushes daily as crews repair a major water main break. Learn how the city is coping.
While many Canadian cities face water infrastructure crises, Edmonton's decades of disciplined investment keep its water loss rate at just 5%. Learn how a utility-focused funding model creates sustainability.
Repair work on a major Calgary water main break from December 2025 is now complete, but the city remains under a water supply alert. Get the latest details on the situation and ongoing precautions.
An independent review of Calgary's catastrophic water main break demands sweeping reforms. City council receives a flood of new information on the state of disrepair. Read the full report details.
Opponents appeal Alberta's approval of Burnco's Cochrane gravel pit expansion, citing risk of heavy metal leaching into the Bow River. A critical Environmental Appeal Board hearing is scheduled for March.
A new study reveals which airlines have the most 'potentially unsafe' onboard water. Experts advise passengers to stick to bottled water and use hand sanitizer.
City crews are repairing a broken watermain in Calgary's Bowness community, leaving 30 homes without water. Water wagons have been deployed to supply residents.
A Windsor dog owner recounts a terrifying rescue after her husky, Ace, fell through ice on the Detroit River. The dramatic event unfolded on January 6, 2025.
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.