Drinking Water
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First Nations chiefs alarmed by feds’ lack of commitment to protecting source waterAlberta and Ontario objected to clean water legislation introduced by former prime minister Justin Trudeau that failed to pass before Parliament was prorogued last year.PoliticsJan 7
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Saskatchewan town remains without drinking water with restoration date unknownResidents of Outlook, Sask. could remain without safe drinking water for several days, with an official saying it's "difficult to say" when access will return.CanadaDec 17, 2025
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‘A basic human right’: Manitoba First Nation declares state of emergency over water qualityLeaders of a First Nation in northern Manitoba say they're declaring a state of emergency over poor water quality.HealthAug 19, 2025
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Halifax Water says boil advisory lifted ‘effective immediately’Halifax Water says the boil water advisory in place for the last two days, affecting more than 200,000 people, has been lifted 'effective immediately.'CanadaJan 23, 2025
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Metro Vancouver digs water tunnel designed to withstand ‘the big one’ under Fraser RiverThe Annacis Water Supply Tunnel is one of five "key crossings" the regional district has prioritized after a review of seismic hazards in its water network.PoliticsNov 12, 2024
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MPs urged to support First Nations clean drinking water billFirst Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak said Canada and First Nations must work together to ensure the legislation passes before the next election.PoliticsOct 10, 2024
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First Nation near Edmonton suing federal government over right to clean drinking waterBand officials said they've reactivated the suit over proposed legislation dealing with water treatment.CanadaSep 12, 2024
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Canada ‘monitoring’ railway shutdown impact on safe drinking water: HollandCanada's railway shutdown has halted freight trains nationwide, creating a potential critical shortage of essential goods, including chlorine needed for safe drinking water.HealthAug 22, 2024
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Fluoride at twice recommended limit linked to lower IQ in kids: U.S. reportA U.S. government report expected to stir debate concluded that fluoride in drinking water at twice the recommended limit is linked with lower IQ in children.U.S. NewsAug 22, 2024
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Kelowna residents told not to drink water after break-in due to potential contaminationAfter there was a reservoir break-in on Sunday, Aug. 19, the City of Kelowna has issued a Do Not Consume Water Notice to residents in the Clifton Road area, until further notice.ConsumerAug 19, 2024
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