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.
Explore summer internship opportunities with the Water Federation and gain hands-on experience supporting rural water co-operatives across Alberta.
The Water Federation headed to Banff for the Alberta Water & Wastewater Operators Association (AWWOA) 51st Annual Operators Seminar, March 9-13, 2026.
Join us for our 2026 AGM. Connect with fellow members, take in expert-led sessions, and explore our tradeshow. Register to attend or secure a booth. Full speaker details and presentation topics will be shared in the agenda closer to the meeting date.
Water connects all of us. This World Water Day, we want to highlight the systems and people who keep it flowing.
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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-opsAt least 153 water co-ops operate in Alberta, with more likely unregistered. 100+ are members. |
9,200Water ConnectionsAbout 9,200 water connections are managed by the Water Federation. |
40,000+Albertans ServedBetween 30,000 and 40,000 Albertans rely on water co-op systems. |