National Water and Wastewater Conference
From research to utility and infrastructure challenges, this is a truly unique event that fosters national dialogue on the most important national water issues. Hosted by the Canadian Water and Wastewater Association in conjunction with the Canadian Association for Water Quality. Location: Hotel Bonaventure, Montreal nwwc2018.ca
Engaging Community-Based Research Methods in Water Planning and Governance with First Nations
The drinking water crisis impacting First Nations on-reserve is among the most pressing water policy issues in Canada today. All levels of government have a responsibility to engage innovative approaches to water governance that address this crisis and advance reconciliation. In this webinar, our guest speakers will discuss how Community-Based Research Methods (CBRM) can be [...]
Changing Trends in Water Use: Managing Impacts on Water and Wastewater System Operations
Register Municipal per capita water use is decreasing across Canada. Water conservation results in a number of benefits, but also impacts the operations of municipal drinking water and wastewater systems. Many municipalities are experiencing these impacts and are now considering potential solutions. In this webinar, leading Canadian practitioners and experts will discuss [...]
Changing Trends in Water Use: Planning and Design of Water and Wastewater Infrastructure
Register Municipal per capita water use is decreasing across Canada, and utilities are looking at the resulting implications on the design of water and wastewater infrastructure. In this second webinar on changing trends in water use, leading practitioners will discuss how they are proactively addressing impacts through more efficient planning and design [...]
#CWNSYP Webinar – Working & Communicating with Community Partners
Co-hosted with forWater Network SYP This webinar will explore best practices and lessons learned in building and maintaining relationships with community partners. Particularly for knowledge producers in academia and beyond, enhanced partner engagement and tailored communication are critical to this process. Learn about various techniques for effective working relationships, then dive deeper with key tips [...]
Blue Cities 2019
Courtyard Marriott Toronto Downtown 475 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario, CanadaBlue Cities is the Canadian Municipal Water Consortium’s annual flagship event, where water leaders and innovators from Canada and around the world gather to share insights, experiences and solutions. A broad cross-section of speakers and attendees from utilities, government, academia, NGOs and industry ensure a rich experience. The theme for Blue Cities 2019 is Embracing change in [...]
Blue Cities 2019 – Blue Drinks Networking
Kelly's Landing 123 Front Street West, TorontoNetwork with senior leaders from government, industry, NGOs and academia who are attending Blue Cities 2019. This free event is open to the entire water community (conference attendance is not required).
Blue Drinks Ottawa Trivia Night
Fox and Feather Pub and Grill 283 Elgin Street, OttawaPut your thinking caps on! Blue Drinks Ottawa and Canadian Water Network's Student and Young Professionals Committee are teaming up to bring you a Water Trivia & Networking Night on May 14th, upstairs at the Fox and Feather Pub on Elgin. We welcome you to bring your own teams (up to 4 max) or join [...]
WEST 2019
University of British Columbia 2002 - 6250 Applied Science Lane , Vancouver, British ColumbiaWEST (Water and Environment Student Talks) is an interdisciplinary water conference organized by students for students and young professionals. This year's theme is Headwaters: Convergence of Streams in Water Research and will focus on how to integrate different sectors of water research — from engineering, to water sustainability, to governance. Visit their website for details.
Blue Drinks Saskatoon
Alexander's 414 Cumberland Avenue North, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, CanadaBlue Drinks Saskatoon is a social network of water-minded individuals that are as diverse as the water profession itself. Join us in our first gathering as we celebrate the growing community with students and young professionals of CWRA, CWN, GWF and GIWS. The speakers will share their knowledge and experience working in the water sector, [...]