Epcor

• Epcor mulls accelerated storm-water resilience plan after Edmonton’s record rainfalls

  After a summer of floods, EPCOR and the City of Edmonton are looking at accelerating stormwater system improvements — part of a 20-year, $1.6-billion flood resilience plan.

  Weather

  Aug 24
  
• Edmonton’s stormwater system strained after repeated heavy rain

  Saturated ground is no longer absorbing water normally, sending more runoff into drains and contributing to flooded underpasses, sinkholes and washed-out roads, EPCOR said.

  Weather

  Jul 21
  
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• ‘Passing the buck’: Edmonton business deals with decades-long drainage problem

  The store's owner says last week, a car drove through the water without knowing how deep it was. The car died. Two vehicles are also stuck in the frozen pool.

  Canada

  Mar 25
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• Spring runoff causing funky water with strong chlorine smell in Edmonton

  EPCOR says a big increase in spring runoff organics showed up late last week, leading to increased disinfectant chemical use — but tape water remains safe to drink and use.

  Environment

  Mar 23
• ‘Water everywhere’: Crews respond to water main break in central Edmonton

  The water main break happened as Edmonton continues to experience a mild start to January.

  Traffic

  Jan 14, 2025
• Edmonton to track down, bill those not paying for stormwater services

  There are properties in Edmonton -- residential and commercial -- that are using Edmonton's stormwater and drainage services but are not being billed for them.

  Politics

  Jun 24, 2024
• Calgary’s emergency prompts questions about Edmonton’s water supply

  As Calgary struggles through a water supply emergency caused by a massive water main break, people in Edmonton are wondering about this city's water capacity and contingency plans.

  Canada

  Jun 7, 2024
• EPCOR sees spikes in water use during Oilers intermissions

  It seems like a lot of people in Edmonton are committed Oilers fans and don't want to miss a minute of NHL playoff action.

  Consumer

  May 24, 2024
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• Morinville, Alta. business seeks compensation following non-essential water use ban

  A car wash company in Morinville is calling on utility company EPCOR for compensation following the ban on non-essential water use.

  Canada

  Feb 4, 2024
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• Non-essential water use ban lifted in Edmonton, surrounding areas

  A mandatory non-essential water use ban that's been in place for Edmonton and surrounding communities since Monday has been lifted.

  Consumer

  Feb 2, 2024