Canada News Centre2026-03-23T08:43:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2026/03/canada-launches-efforts-to-develop-a-national-water-security-strategy-on-world-water-day.html

On World Water Day, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature, and Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, announced the launch of efforts[W(1.1] to develop the country’s first National Water Security Strategy.

Canada Water Agency2026-03-22T12:10:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2026/03/statement-on-world-water-day-by-the-honourable-julie-dabrusin-minister-of-environment-climate-change-and-nature-and-the-minister-responsible-for-th.html

The Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature and the Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, issued the following statement to mark World Water Day on March 22:

Canada Water Agency2026-03-22T12:00:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2026/02/canada-enhances-wolastoqsaint-john-river-health-with-over-23-million-investment-in-science-and-nutrient-reduction.html

Today, Wade Grant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature, announced an investment of over $2.3 million in 14 partner-led projects to protect and restore the Wolastoq/Saint John River.

Canada Water Agency2026-02-28T09:21:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2026/02/backgrounder-canada-enhances-wolastoqsaint-john-river-health-with-23-million-investment-in-science-and-nutrient-reduction.html

The Government of Canada announced 14 projects receiving funding under the Wolastoq/Saint John River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative in 2024-25 and 2025-26.

Canada Water Agency2026-02-28T09:11:58-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2026/02/canada-water-agency-to-make-an-announcement-in-fredericton-regarding-the-protection-of-canadas-fresh-water.html

Parliamentary Secretary Wade Grant, on behalf of the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature and Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, will make an announcement regarding the protection of fresh water in the Wolastoq Saint John River.

Canada Water Agency2026-02-26T09:02:58-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2026/02/protecting-the-mackenzie-river-the-canada-water-agency-invests-over-1-million-in-6-new-freshwater-projects.html

As the largest watershed in Canada, the Mackenzie River Basin spans five provinces and territories. It holds deep cultural and spiritual significance for many Indigenous communities. The river also plays a major economic role, supporting key sectors like agriculture, forestry, resource extraction, and hydroelectricity.

Canada Water Agency2026-02-12T11:09:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2026/02/protecting-the-mackenzie-river-the-canada-water-agency-invests-over-1-million-in-6-freshwater-projects.html

The Canada Water Agency announced an investment of over $1 million over two years for six projects being funded through the Mackenzie River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative.

Canada Water Agency2026-02-12T11:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/12/protecting-fresh-water-canada-water-agency-invests-over-45-million-in-39-new-projects.html

The Honorable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature and Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, announced over $4.5 million in funding for 39 new freshwater projects.

Canada Water Agency2025-12-18T13:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/12/protecting-fresh-water-canada-water-agency-invests-over-45-million-in-39-new-projects-across-the-country.html

The Canada Water Agency announced over $4.5 million for 39 new projects funded through EcoAction and the Fraser River Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative.

Canada Water Agency2025-12-17T13:09:18-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/12/canada-water-agency-and-minister-julie-dabrusin-to-make-an-announcement-in-vancouver-regarding-the-protection-of-canadas-fresh-water.html

Media representatives and others are advised that the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature, and Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, will make an announcement regarding the protection of Canada's fresh water.

Canada Water Agency2025-12-16T09:35:07-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/10/canada-water-agency-invites-applications-for-projects-to-protect-restore-fresh-water-across-canada.html

Freshwater stewardship is critical for Canada’s environment, economy and people, and it begins at the local level.

Canada Water Agency2025-11-14T09:38:44-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/10/canada-water-agency-advances-efforts-to-restore-and-protect-lake-winnipeg.html

Member of Parliament Terry Duguid, on behalf of the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and the Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, announced an investment of $1.6 million in 10 new freshwater projects to protect and restore Lake Winnipeg.

Canada Water Agency2025-10-18T12:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/10/canada-water-agency-to-make-an-announcement-regarding-the-protection-of-canadas-fresh-water-in-lake-winnipeg.html

Member of Parliament (MP) Terry Duguid, on behalf of the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, will make an announcement regarding the protection of fresh water in Lake Winnipeg.

Canada Water Agency2025-10-15T15:20:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/07/backgrounder-millions-flow-into-great-lakes-canada-funds-93-million-in-freshwater-solutions.html

The Government of Canada announced 26 projects receiving funding under the Great Lakes Freshwater Ecosystem Initiative.

Canada Water Agency2025-07-11T16:09:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/07/millions-flow-into-great-lakes-canada-funds-93-million-in-freshwater-solutions.html

Water sustains life; it is a vital resource for people, nature and our economy. It is more important now than ever that we invest in protecting our freshwater to build a cleaner, safer and sustainable future for all. The Great Lakes Watershed is a critical freshwater system that we have here in Canada. It supports industry, recreation, ecosystems, and culture. It also holds spiritual and cultural significance for Indigenous peoples and their way of life.

Canada Water Agency2025-07-11T14:34:15-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/07/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-to-protect-canadas-fresh-water-in-burlington.html

Burlington, Ontario – July 14, 2025 – The Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will make an announcement regarding the protection of fresh water in the Great Lakes.

Canada Water Agency2025-07-10T15:43:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/03/statement-by-the-honourable-terry-duguid-minister-of-environment-and-climate-change-on-world-water-day.html

On this World Water Day, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting Canada’s fresh water.

Canada Water Agency2025-03-22T10:02:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/03/strengthening-canadas-freshwater-future-government-of-canada-appoints-new-president-of-the-canada-water-agency.html

The Government of Canada is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Fisher as the President of the new Canada Water Agency, reporting to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change.

Canada Water Agency2025-03-07T16:21:22-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/03/new-funding-opportunities-canada-water-agency-invites-applications-for-actions-aimed-at-freshwater-protection-and-sustainability.html

Freshwater protection and sustainability start with empowering local initiatives focused on taking action. Investing in partner-led projects for environmental protection, restoration, and conservation bolsters Canada’s clean-growth economy and ensures sustainable freshwater resources for future generations.

Canada Water Agency2025-03-07T12:29:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/03/canada-invests-over-1-million-to-protect-and-restore-lake-simcoe.html

Protecting freshwater means securing a cleaner, sustainable, future for all. Lake Simcoe is a vital body of water key to life in Southern Ontario – supporting recreation, biodiversity, livelihood, Indigenous culture, agriculture, tourism, and economic prosperity.

Canada Water Agency2025-03-06T14:37:01-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/02/canada-takes-action-to-address-harmful-algae-blooms-and-protect-lake-of-the-woods.html

Lake of the Woods is a vital freshwater resource, supporting livelihoods, drinking water, culture, Indigenous cultural and spiritual life, and biodiversity. Protecting water quality in Lake of the Woods and addressing harmful algae blooms is essential to protecting the health of fish and wildlife and ensuring recreational access for visitors for years to come.

Canada Water Agency2025-02-24T11:31:19-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/02/minister-duguid-to-make-an-announcement-on-lake-of-the-woods-funding-in-winnipeg.html

Media representatives are advised that the Honourable Terry Duguid, Minister of Sport and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, will make an announcement on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency, on Lake of the Woods funding in Winnipeg.

Canada Water Agency2025-02-21T09:58:32-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/02/government-canada-strenghtens-freshwater-protection-through-65-community-projects.html

Canada’s fresh water is threatened by human activity, invasive species and climate change. Clean fresh water is essential to the economy, the environment and the well-being of Canadians. Protecting fresh water is crucial.

Canada Water Agency2025-02-14T09:25:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/02/government-of-canada-to-make-an-announcement-to-protect-canadas-fresh-water-in-quebec-city.html

Québec City, Quebec – February 14, 2025 – Media representatives and others are advised that the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, on behalf of the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, will make an announcement to protect Canada’s fresh water in Québec City.

Canada Water Agency2025-02-13T09:00:49-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/01/blue-waters-ahead-canada-funds-hamilton-led-freshwater-solutions-with-over-700000-investment-in-the-great-lakes.html

Protecting fresh water is crucial to building a cleaner, safer, sustainable future for all. The Hamilton region is a vital part of the Great Lakes ecosystem, supporting industry, commerce, recreation, and culture. The region also holds spiritual and cultural importance for Indigenous peoples.

Canada Water Agency2025-01-14T09:00:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2025/01/funding-now-open-canada-water-agency-invites-applications-to-protect-freshwater-ecosystems-nationwide.html

Protecting freshwater resources starts with empowering local initiatives to protect, restore, and conserve this vital resource. Investing in partner-led projects for environmental protection, restoration, and conservation bolsters Canada’s clean-growth economy and ensures the sustainability of freshwater resources for future generations.

Canada Water Agency2025-01-08T15:26:10-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2024/10/canada-strengthens-protection-of-freshwater-with-launch-of-standalone-canada-water-agency.html

Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change, officially announced the establishment of the Canada Water Agency as a standalone federal entity headquartered in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Canada Water Agency2024-10-16T10:29:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2024/10/standalone-canada-water-agency-launches.html

The Canada Water Agency is a Government of Canada agency under the Minister of Environment and Climate Change portfolio.

Canada Water Agency2024-10-16T08:16:12-04:00