The presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water and wastewater systems is drawing increasing attention across local, national, and international media. As public concern grows, water utilities face mounting pressure to explain how they are monitoring and mitigating PFAS-related risks. At the same time, this challenge presents a valuable opportunity to proactively engage [...]
At the International Water Association’s World Water Congress and Exhibition in Toronto, Canadian Water Network (CWN) hosted a business forum focused on assessing chemicals in our water. The session brought together leading experts to discuss new methods for assessing chemicals in water that are revolutionizing our understanding of human health impacts, both in Canada and [...]
Utilities need to navigate the delicate balance of providing water services to all customers, including those needing bill payment assistance, while also recovering service delivery costs. Utilities can provide customer assistance programs for customers who need help with their bill payments. When designed effectively, rate structures can also help address the challenges low-income households face. [...]
The water sector faces many challenges with integrating climate adaptation into long-term planning and decision-making. Deep uncertainty associated with climate change or complex socio-political realities constrains decision-making, causing paralysis and inaction. Existing planning approaches and resources lack the flexibility to adjust to emerging realities resulting from rapidly changing conditions or situations, such as rising sea [...]
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
Treating wastewater and sewage sludge produces direct greenhouse gas emissions, including methane and nitrous oxide, which have far greater warming potential than carbon dioxide. As society increasingly adopts renewable energy sources over fossil fuels, these emissions are expected to become the leading source of greenhouse gas emissions for wastewater utilities. This expert-led webcast series is [...]
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 National Collaborating Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCCID), in collaboration with Canadian Water Network (CWN), hosted a webinar focused on demystifying the science behind wastewater-based surveillance (WBS) and its role in public health. This session highlighted key findings from the 2022 Royal Society of Canada policy brief on wastewater surveillance for SARS-CoV-2 RNA. The brief [...]
