Providing Safe and Accessible Water Across Rural AlbertaThe Alberta Federation of Rural Water Co-operatives - also known as the Water Federation - is committed to providing a safe and secure water supply to rural Albertans for both domestic and agricultural use at a reasonable price. |
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News & Updates
Stay informed with the latest from the Water Federation. Explore updates on drought planning initiatives, member training support programs, and annual meetings.
The 20th Annual Federation Charity Golf Classic on August 12 at RedTail Landing Golf Club raised $30,000 for STARS and HALO Air Ambulance.
When work needs to be done at your water co-op, it is important to make sure the contractor you choose has the certifications, coverage and permits required to do the job safely, and to protect your co-op from risk.
Water co-ops depend on timely payments from members to keep operations sustainable.
Alberta weather can change fast. Spring flooding, summer storms and tornado risks can damage rural water systems with little warning.
Alberta weather can change fast. Spring flooding, summer storms and tornado risks can damage rural water systems with little warning.
If you've ever wondered why Alberta's drinking water regulations are so rigorous, or why your co-op follows such strict testing and reporting protocols, the answer lies in a tragedy that happened over 2,000 kilometers away.
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Who we are
The Alberta Federation of Rural Water Co-operatives, commonly referred to as the Water Federation.
153+Water Co-ops in the ProvinceAt least 153 water co-ops operate in Alberta, with more likely unregistered. 100+ are members. |
7,200Water ConnectionsAbout 7,200 water connections are managed by the Water Federation. |
40,000Albertans ServedBetween 30,000 and 40,000 Albertans rely on water co-op systems. |