Hello/Bonjour CWRA is a volunteer-led organization. Our National Board, Branches, Affiliates, and Programs are all championed by volunteers who organize events, plan programs, develop communications, serve as mentors, and so much more. Last week was National Volunteer Week, so it's a good time to celebrate their work, which you can hear more about at upcoming AGMs. If you are interested in volunteering with us, contact your local branch or email info@cwra.org and we will connect you with the right people. If you haven't signed up for a workshop or tour at CWRA2026, take a look at the options on the conference page. There has been a new tour added for June 19th. Join your fellow conference attendees to learn a new skill and explore the waters around Winnipeg!
L’ACRH est une organisation portée par des bénévoles. Notre conseil national, nos sections, nos affiliés et nos programmes reposent sur l’engagement de bénévoles qui organisent des événements, planifient des programmes, développent des communications, agissent comme mentors et bien plus encore. La semaine dernière marquait la Semaine de l’action bénévole, un bon moment pour souligner leur travail, dont vous pourrez en apprendre davantage lors des prochaines AGA. Si vous souhaitez vous impliquer comme bénévole, contactez votre section locale ou écrivez à info@cwra.org et nous vous mettrons en contact avec les bonnes personnes. Si vous ne vous êtes pas encore inscrit à un atelier ou à une visite dans le cadre de la conférence CWRA2026, consultez les options sur la page de la conférence. Une nouvelle visite a été ajoutée pour le 19 juin. Joignez-vous aux autres participants pour acquérir de nouvelles compétences et découvrir les eaux de Winnipeg. — Meg Olson, Executive Director/Directrice générale | What's on Tap? | À venir à la source | CWRA 2026 Updates | Mise à jour conférence CWRA2026 | We invite you to attend our 79th National Conference as we celebrate water’s spirit and bring together diverse knowledge streams in a climate of change. Register by June 1st to secure your spot! Visit conference.cwra.org for more information. Select Programme Highlights: Secure your spot and we'll see you in Winnipeg!
Nous vous invitons à participer à notre 79e conférence nationale afin de célébrer l’esprit de l’eau et de rassembler divers courants de connaissances dans un contexte de changement climatique. Inscrivez-vous d’ici le 1er juin pour réserver votre place. Visitez conference.cwra.org pour plus d’information. Aperçu du programme : Réservez votre place dès maintenant et on se voit à Winnipeg! - CWRA 2026 Planning Committee | Comité de planification de CWRA2026 | Thank you to our Gold Sponsors for their Support Merci à nos commanditaires Or pour leur soutien | CWRA Events | Événements de l’ACRH | Online | en lignes Branch/Affiliate AGMs: | In-Person | En présentiel Branch/Affiliate AGMs (continued): | Job Board | Babillard d’emploi | Position: Senior Process Engineer/Specialist Location: Ottawa, ON or Remote About: BluMetric (BLM) is currently seeking a Senior Water / Wastewater Process Engineer/ Specialist for the Ottawa, Ontario office or to work remotely. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and technical skills and will need to possess strong communication and organizational skills to be involved with many projects simultaneously. View the full listing details here. | | Position: Planning Engineer, River Engineering Location: Calgary, AB About: The City of Calgary is seeking an experienced hydrotechnical engineer on the River Engineering team, you will apply and further develop your hydrotechnical, geotechnical, and civil engineering skills by leading and participating in a variety of projects supporting asset management, river flood resilience, environmental sustainability, and regulatory compliance. You will have a focus on dam safety, river infrastructure design, review, and inspection and emergency response. View the full listing details here. | | Position: Administrative Assistant (Short-Term) Location: Remote (in Canada) About: CWRA is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support our mission of empowering informed water decision-making across Canada. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects, collaborate with professionals in the water resources sector, and gain valuable experience in non-profit organizations, event planning, communications, and digital asset development. Join our team and play a key role in supporting students, young professionals, and the broader community in addressing critical water issues. This position is supported by Canada Summer Jobs. View the eligibility criteria and full listing details here. | | News You Can Use | Infos utiles | Release of the National Freshwater Science Agenda Environment and Climate Change Canada led development of the Science Agenda over the past two years, with extensive input from more than 800 freshwater science experts, knowledge holders, and science users from across the country. The Science Agenda outlines key freshwater science priorities to help guide and align efforts, strengthen collaboration and coordination, and inform evidence-based decision making on Canada’s most pressing freshwater issues over the coming decade. The Science Agenda is now available online and can be accessed here
Publication du Programme scientific national sur l'eau douce Au cours des deux dernières années, Environnement et Changement climatique Canada a dirigé l'élaboration du Programme scientifique, en s'appuyant sur les contributions substantielles de plus de 800 experts en sciences de l'eau douce, détenteurs de connaissances et utilisateurs de données scientifiques provenant de partout au pays. Le Programme scientifique définit une série de priorités en matière de sciences de l'eau douce afin d'orienter et d'harmoniser les efforts scientifiques, de renforcer la collaboration et la coordination, et de soutenir la prise de décisions fondées sur des données probantes concernant les enjeux les plus urgents liés à l'eau douce au Canada au cours de la prochaine décennie Le Programme scientifique est désormais disponible en ligne et peut être consulté ici | Status and Trends in Canadian Waters The Status and Trends in Canadian Waters Initiative is developing methods and visualization tools to help practitioners report on the status and trends of Canadian waters. This survey aims to identify the most relevant water resource themes for decision makers and explore how best to share this information to connect scientists, practitioners, and the public. Fill out the survey today! | | Consultation on the Federal Sustainable Development Strategy The Sustainable Development Office at Environment and Climate Change Canada is conducting a 120-day public consultation on the draft 2026-2029 Federal Development Strategy. They welcome comments from all people and organizations across Canada. The consultation period closes on May 12, 2026. You can participate by:
Consultations sur la Stratégie fédérale de développement durable Le Bureau du développement durable d’Environnement et Changement climatique Canada mène actuellement une consultation publique de 120 jours sur l’ébauche de la Stratégie fédérale de développement durable 2026-2029. Les commentaires de l’ensemble des personnes et des organisations partout au Canada sont les bienvenus. La période de consultation se termine le 12 mai 2026. Vous pouvez participer en : | ClimateWest 2026 Forum | May 12-13, 2026 Attendees can expect interactive sessions, networking opportunities, an exhibitor space, and optional tours designed to deepen your understanding of climate adaptation and resilience. In-person attendance is now sold out! For more information about the event program and to register for online attendance, visit ClimateWest's website | | 8th Conference on Natural Channel Systems June 8 - 10, 2026 McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario This year’s theme, “Resilient River Corridors: Navigating Challenges, Opportunities and Change,” will look back at what factors have affected and changed our river corridors since the conference was first held 30 years ago and the importance of addressing the entire river corridor in our watercourse management practices. Registration is now open! For more information visit naturalchannels.ca | | This newsletter is being sent to you from the northwest shore of Lake Ontario, which is the traditional territory of many nations including the Mississaugas of the Credit, the Anishnabeg, the Chippewa, the Haudenosaunee and the Wendat peoples. It is now home to many diverse First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. Cette infolettre vous est envoyée depuis la rive nord-ouest du lac Ontario, qui est le territoire traditionnel de nombreuses nations, notamment les Mississaugas de Credit, les Anishnabeg, les Chippewa, les Haudenosaunee et les Wendat. Ce territoire est aujourd’hui habité par de nombreux peuples autochtones, dont des membres des Premières Nations, des Inuits et des Métis. | | | | |
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