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.
Join us for our 2027 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.
This summer, the Water Federation welcomed three summer interns who helped advance projects supporting member water co-ops across Alberta.
Rural water co-ops have an opportunity to help shape Canada's first National Water Security Strategy.
Alberta weather can change fast. Spring flooding, summer storms and tornado risks can damage rural water systems with little warning.
If you break ground, you can hit something. Probing, digging, repairing, or locating all carry the same risk. Depth is never guaranteed, and ground cover changes over time.
The security of our water systems is critical to delivering safe, reliable drinking water across Alberta. The recent Outlook, Saskatchewan incident shows how vulnerable these systems can be and why learning from it is essential to protect local co‑ops.
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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. |