2024 Rural Water Study Summary

The Water Federation, with the support of the Alberta Government, has embarked on a multi-year Rural Water Program to tackle issues and opportunities related to safe, reliable and affordable access to water.

This study and report are intended to inform the Rural Water Program by clarifying how the Water Federation or the Government can most effectively develop policies and programs to support rural Albertans regarding water. It also aims to establish a foundation for the Rural Water Program by:

• Filling existing information gaps related to the size and characteristics of the rural water co-ops.
  
• Identifying the most important issues faced by these organizations.
  
• Identifying existing best practices and innovations.
  
• Identifying areas requiring support.
  
• Making recommendations on how to best solve some of the issues facing Alberta water co-ops.