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Calgary urges water cuts to hit 485M-litre daily target

Calgary officials urge residents to reduce water use to a 485-million-litre daily target as repairs continue on the Bearspaw South feeder main. CEMA Chief Sue Henry stresses conservation for hospitals and firefighting.

LifeStraw: The $18 Water Filter Everyone Needs

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.

Military's $9B Rush to Meet NATO Spending Pledge

The Canadian Department of Defence is in a frantic race to spend an extra $9 billion before March 31 to fulfill PM Mark Carney's NATO spending pledge. Discover the challenges of rapid military procurement.

Calgary water use unsustainable for 5th straight day

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.

Manitoba community on edge under boil water advisory

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.

Calgary water restrictions continue, residents react

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.

How Edmonton built a resilient water system

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.

Calgary's Water Main Report Calls for Urgent Reforms

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.

Study: Avoid Tap Water on Many Planes

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.

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.

TSX Ends 2025 Up 28.3%, December Sees Sector Gains

The S&P/TSX Composite Index closed 2025 with a strong 28.3% gain, advancing 1.05% in December. Financials and materials led gains, while tech and utilities lagged. See the top performers and analyst targets.

Calgary water consumption spikes, straining supply

Calgary's daily water consumption rose to 493 million litres, exceeding the safe threshold and putting a 'heavy strain' on the city's water infrastructure. Officials urge immediate 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

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