For the first time in 12 years, the provincial government plans to review the current water rights system on how water is allocated in the province, and more importantly, who gets access. In a province where big industry lives strong, it is very important that we as non-millionaires make sure our water rights, and the water rights of our lakes and rivers are protected.  

This review of our water allocation system is an opportunity for us to take action to ensure that our water is managed in a way that ensures our human rights and environmental needs are prioritized before industrial and commercial wants. Our decision makers need to hear from you to demand that water is too precious to be left up to the market to manage and that we need a strong, enforceable water management plan that protects and prioritizes the rights of our communities and the environment!

For more information on the present review of water allocation and the concerns with developing water markets in Alberta please visit www.gothirstalberta.ca

Related Water News

• Concophillips tries to celebrate that it is giving its water back to the public 
• The Fraser Institute released a report calling for 'sustainable water exports' 
• Albertans have lost interest in public dialogue about water, says researcher An interesting insight into some local perspectives in Alberta on our water policy situation. If given the opportunity people in Alberta would reject water markets and show that they support a strong public, accountable water management policy with clear protections and prioritizations for ecosystems, community needs and future generations. 
• and for something a little more on the high side - a song by Todd Butler re: water privatization

Posted June 18, 2010 by AEN