NFN – One Water Project
Press Release December 17, 2025 The One Water Project was an Indigenous‑led partnership between Indigenous communities in Mexico and Canada. The project focused on supporting Indigenous communities by using rainwater…
Media Advisory: The Chiefs of Ontario will hold a press conference to discuss ongoing water issues plaguing First Nations, the 2021 class action drinking water settlement conditions and Bill C-61
Press Release (Ottawa, Ont.—Dec. 1, 2025) Nearly a third of First Nations in Ontario are currently under a short- or long-term drinking water advisory. On Wednesday, December 3, Chiefs of…
Canadians Value Freshwater but Feel Uninformed, New Poll Finds
Press Release Montreal, Quebec – November 28, 2025 – A recent national poll of nearly 1,200 Canadians showed that, despite widespread and growing appreciation for the importance of freshwater, three-quarters of Canadians do not feel well informed about it. Commissioned by AquaAction and conducted through Cint market research, the…
Canada Water Agency invites applications for projects to protect and restore fresh water across Canada
Press Release From: Canada Water Agency November 14, 2025 – Winnipeg, Manitoba Freshwater stewardship is critical for Canada’s environment, economy and people, and it begins at the local level. Investing…
Province takes next step to improve Elk Valley water quality
Press Release July 31, 2025 VICTORIA – Fish, wildlife, ecosystems and communities in the Elk Valley will benefit from an updated plan to improve water quality in the region. The Province…
Water First Launches New Internship in Collaboration with Seven First Nations Communities in Southern Ontario
Press Release Toronto, ON, July 15, 2025 – Water First Education & Training Inc. is proud to announce a new water treatment plant operator training program in conjunction with seven…
People, businesses urged to conserve water as drought risks increase
Press Release July 14, 2025 VANCOUVER – The Province is urging people in British Columbia to conserve water over the coming weeks as forecasts suggest much of the province will…
Millions Flow into Great Lakes: Canada funds $9.3 million in freshwater solutions
Press Release From: Canada Water Agency July 14, 2025 Water sustains life; it is a vital resource for people, nature and our economy. It is more important now than ever…
Seeking Volunteers for One Water Project!
Press Release June 19, 2025 We’re looking for NFN Members to help build a rainwater harvester at a member’s cabin on Monday, June 23 (afternoon) and Tuesday, June 24 (morning).…
New Videos Spotlight the Work of Mi’kmaq Water & Wastewater Operators
Press Release June 19, 2025 The North Shore Mi’kmaq Tribal Council (NSMTC) has released two new videos honouring the work of community water and wastewater operators across its seven Member…
