Noticias sobre Canada
City of Winnipeg awards $815 million contract for NEWPCC biosolids facilities upgrade
The City of Winnipeg, Manitoba, has approved an $815.48 million contract with Red River Biosolids Partners for the construction of new Biosolids Facilities at the North End Water Pollution Control Centre (NEWPCC).
NX Filtration secures ultrafiltration membrane replacement project in Québec
NX Filtration has been awarded an ultrafiltration membrane replacement project in Québec, Canada, by H2O Innovation, a Canadian water technology company.
Canada tables First Nations Clean Water Act with $4.6 billion funding pledge
On June 16, 2026, Canada's federal government introduced Bill C-37, the proposed First Nations Clean Water Act, marking the Carney government's first legislative attempt on the issue and the third overall by the Liberal party, which had previously introduced similar bills in 2020 and 2023, neither of which became law.
A global report reveals the link between unsafe water and hunger
A landmark study spanning 121 countries has found that people without access to clean drinking water are pointedly more likely to go hungry, a link that holds even in wealthy nations and demands a fundamental rethink of how the world tackles food and water policy.
Black & Veatch-Stantec JV awarded $85M water ecosystem protection project at Great Lakes gateway
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Metro Vancouver to implement stage 3 water restrictions amid supply concerns
Metro Vancouver will introduce Stage 3 water restrictions starting June 8 as it works to protect the regional water supply system during ongoing infrastructure construction and amid concerns about dry weather conditions and low snowpack levels.
U.S. and Canada digital water solutions spend to double by 2036 as utilities scale up
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Metro Vancouver’s water plan: strong on supply, finally serious about demand
World-class source water management meets a demand side that has long relied on abundance over efficiency.
Water projects claim over CAD 190 million in Canada’s new infrastructure fund first tranche
Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney has officially launched the Build Communities Strong Fund, a CAD 51 billion, ten-year infrastructure programme — and water and wastewater projects dominate its first round of funded work.
Canada initiates development of first National Water Security Strategy
On 22 March 2026, coinciding with World Water Day, the Government of Canada announced the launch of its first-ever National Water Security Strategy, to be led by the Canada Water Agency in collaboration with provincial, territorial and municipal governments, Indigenous Peoples, stakeholders and the public.
Bentley Systems announces 2026 Year in Infrastructure Event and YII Awards
Awards build on a two-decade legacy of recognized innovation, setting the benchmark for excellence across the world’s most critical infrastructure assets. Call for nominations now open; submissions will be accepted through May 3, 2026.
BKF acquires Lotus Water to strengthen water resources and climate resilience capabilities
Engineering and consulting firm BKF Engineers has announced the acquisition of Lotus Water, a specialized engineering consultancy focused on water resources and climate resilience.
St. John’s, Newfoundland advances Riverhead wastewater expansion with CAD 139 million investment
Canada’s federal and provincial governments have announced a major investment to modernize wastewater infrastructure in St.
Winnipeg advances $3.2B modernization of its North End Wastewater Plant
Winnipeg is undertaking one of the largest wastewater infrastructure renewals in Canada as it races to replace aging treatment capacity while keeping its primary plant fully operational.
Aecon awarded CAD 205 million contract for regional wastewater treatment plant in Manitoba
Aecon has been awarded a contract to build the RSR Cooperative Wastewater Treatment Facility near Niverville, Manitoba, marking a major step forward in the modernization of wastewater services for multiple communities in the province’s south east.
Colliers agrees US$700m acquisition of Spain-based engineering firm Ayesa Engineering
Colliers, the global professional services and investment management group, has agreed to acquire Ayesa Engineering, the engineering arm of Spain’s Ayesa Group, in a deal valued at approximately US$700 million.
New CAD 74 million funding targets water and wastewater infrastructure in Northwest Territories
Canadian authorities have opened a new funding window aimed at strengthening core municipal infrastructure in the Northwest Territories, with more than CAD 74 million available for water, wastewater and solid waste projects that support housing development in northern communities.
Building resilience beneath the surface: Metro Vancouver’s deep tunnel water program
When it comes to ensuring clean, reliable water for a growing region of more than three million residents, Metro Vancouver is looking deep underground.
Romania’s cybersecurity agency confirms ransomware attack on water management systems
Romania’s National Cyber Security Directorate (DNSC) has confirmed a major ransomware attack on the country’s water management agency, compromising around 1,000 systems.
Taiwan International Water Week 2025 opens with a global call for innovation and sustainability
Taiwan International Water Week (TIWW) 2025 officially opened today at the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center (TaiNEX 1), reaffirming its position as a key meeting point in Asia for innovation and technology in the water sector.