Empowering utility leaders to navigate risk, share solutions, and plan for tomorrow.
The Municipal Water Consortium is a national network of executive utility leaders from 26 major Canadian cities, collectively serving over 23 million residents (more than 50 percent of the population).
The Consortium fosters connection and cultivates a vibrant professional network. Members learn through peer-to-peer exchange and curated expertise and resources. Together, they tackle shared challenges and champion innovation — enabling their cities to act with foresight and co-create solutions.
Advancing Priority Issues
Advancing financial sustainability in public water services
The Consortium is advancing practical solutions to help Canadian municipalities sustainably finance the operation, maintenance and renewal of water systems. We work closely with municipal leaders and sector experts to surface what’s working on the ground. By uncovering sector-wide best practices, we help cities align long-term financial sustainability with service excellence.
Foresight in action: Anticipating change, increasing resilience
To help utilities anticipate change and adapt with confidence, the Consortium continuously scans for emerging trends, risks, and opportunities. This forward-looking work supports proactive decision-making by surfacing early signals and helping leaders prepare — ensuring Canada’s water systems remain resilient in a rapidly evolving world.
Featured Consortium Initiatives
Municipal Water Consortium Members
The Consortium supports executive decision-makers from 26 municipalities that collectively provide water, wastewater, and stormwater services to more than 23 million people across Canada.
Strategic Advisory Committee
The Advisory Committee includes five senior members of the Municipal Water Consortium who provide strategic direction to ensure the program delivers strong value. They identify emerging trends, shape meeting agendas, and help keep the Consortium responsive to member needs through timely, relevant and impactful programming.
Join the Consortium
If you represent a large municipality, Consortium membership offers a unique opportunity to shape urban water innovation.
- Access leading insights and proven strategies.
- Connect with executive-level peers who are dealing with similar challenges.
- Contribute to adaptable solutions that build utility resilience.
Interested to learn more? Contact Nancy Goucher for information on eligibility and next steps.
