As Canada advances toward net zero and intensified climate adaptation goals, there is growing recognition that achieving deep emissions reductions will require optimizing existing infrastructure alongside deploying new clean energy systems. Wastewater Energy Transfer (WET) systems are an emerging component of Canada’s clean energy and low carbon infrastructure landscape. By capturing thermal energy contained in [...]
Hot off the press! Take a look at Canadian Water Network’s (CWN) 2025 annual report to find out how we supported Canada’s water sector and decision makers. 2025 was a year of profound and rapid change in Canada. Shifting political and social priorities, economic turbulence from U.S. trade tariffs, rising costs, and labour shortages created [...]
Unprecedented increases in water infrastructure costs — driven by inflation, supply chain disruptions, labor shortages and other factors — are placing growing pressure on municipalities across Canada. In response, many are adopting new strategies to manage financial risk and maintain project delivery. This report draws on insights from survey results and roundtable discussions with Canadian [...]
The 2024-2025 Financial Statements provide an update on Canadian Water Network’s financial position as of March 31, 2025. These financial statements were audited by a third party in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Download the Financial Statements
2024 was a banner year for Canadian Water Network (CWN)! We grew our networks and our program areas, welcomed new members and received an award for our Wastewater-based Surveillance program. You can read about our accomplishments throughout the year in our annual report. The theme for our 2024 annual report is Igniting Interest. Inspiring Action. [...]
The 2023-2024 Financial Statements provide an update on Canadian Water Network’s financial position as of March 31, 2024. These financial statements were audited by a third party in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Download the Financial Statements
Thank you for your interest in CWN’s activities! We encourage you to read our annual report to learn about the vital work we undertook in 2023. The report's theme, Moving Forward Together, captures the essence of CWN’s approach. Some highlights from 2023 include: CWN’s expansion into three program areas: water and communities, water and health, [...]
The 2022-2023 Financial Statements provide an update on Canadian Water Network’s financial position as of March 31, 2023. These financial statements were audited by a third party in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Download the Financial Statements
The 2021-2022 Financial Statements provide an update on Canadian Water Network’s financial position as of March 31, 2022. These financial statements were audited by a third party in accordance with Canadian generally accepted auditing standards. Download the Financial Statements
The 2020-21 Annual Update reflects upon the collective efforts of Canadian Water Network participants, members and staff in helping communities get to the future they want through water. The report highlights initiatives undertaken by CWN in the past year to clarify opportunities for progress on key issues; convene structured discussions that move communities forward; and [...]
