CBC - Water is in short supply in southern Alberta. Is a massive expansion of irrigation possible?
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CBC - Water is in short supply in southern Alberta. Is a massive expansion of irrigation possible?

As Alberta's water crisis continues, this article published by Joel Dryden at the CBC sheds light on the challenges facing farmers as they manage and deal with diminishing water supplies. The recent announcement from the St. Mary River Irrigation District about a substantial cut in water allocation has triggered urgent discussions among agricultural stakeholders at a crowded annual general meeting.

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C1W Feature by Agriculture Canada - 3D model to map the fate of Canada’s water in a changing climate
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C1W Feature by Agriculture Canada - 3D model to map the fate of Canada’s water in a changing climate

Agriculture Canada (AAFC) has featured the Canada1Water initiative, and discussed the fate of Canada’s water in a changing climate. The project is Canada’s first 3D model describing the entire water (hydrological) cycle of Canada. It tracks every part; from evaporation and transpiration to precipitation and snowmelt runoff.

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FitchRatings - Costly Ripple Effects of Drought on Canadian Provinces and Utilities
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FitchRatings - Costly Ripple Effects of Drought on Canadian Provinces and Utilities

This article, as reported by FitchRatings, highlights the significant financial strain faced by major provincial hydropower utilities across Canada due to prolonged drought conditions. With water levels in rivers and reservoirs consistently below historical averages for several years, the capacity of these utilities to generate power has been significantly reduced.

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NRCAN Webinar Series Feature – Canada1Water Overview: A National-scale Hydroclimatological Modelling Initiative For Climate Change Impact Analysis
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NRCAN Webinar Series Feature – Canada1Water Overview: A National-scale Hydroclimatological Modelling Initiative For Climate Change Impact Analysis

Dr. Steve Frey was invited to give a presentation on the C1W project as part of the CWRA's webinar series. This webinar provided a platform to discuss the significance of the project and its potential implications for water resource management in Canada, as well as an overview of the C1W model and dataset development, and how to access project data/deliverables through the soon to launch C1W Data Portal.

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The Globe and Mail - Globe Climate: Alberta’s drought is testing the limits of its water-licensing regime
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The Globe and Mail - Globe Climate: Alberta’s drought is testing the limits of its water-licensing regime

Published by the Globe and Mail, this week’s ‘Globe Climate’ newsletter by investigative reporter and data journalist Matthew McClearn, in collaboration with energy reporter Emma Graney from The Globe and Mail, explores Alberta's current drought crisis and the intricacies of water allocation in western North America, and brings together a wide range of other news highlighting pressing climate issues across Canada and the world.

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The Globe and Mail - B.C. to provide $80-million to help farmers cope with drought
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The Globe and Mail - B.C. to provide $80-million to help farmers cope with drought

Published by The Globe and Mail, this article from British Columbia highlights the concerns of farmers like Werner Stump, who face another dry season following unprecedented drought last year. As Vice-President of the BC Cattleman’s Association, Stump emphasizes the pivotal role of water for agriculture, expressing gratitude for the provincial government's $80 million investment to address water management challenges.

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The Conversation - Arctic rivers face big changes with a warming climate, permafrost thaw and an accelerating water cycle − the effects will have global consequences
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The Conversation - Arctic rivers face big changes with a warming climate, permafrost thaw and an accelerating water cycle − the effects will have global consequences

This recent article, published by Michael A. Rawlins and Ambarish Karmalkar on The Conversation, highlights how arctic rivers are undergoing significant transformations due to the warming climate and permafrost thaw, with far-reaching implications for both the Arctic region and the world.

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The Tyee - Alberta’s Brutal Water Reckoning
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The Tyee - Alberta’s Brutal Water Reckoning

This recent article, published by Andrew Nikiforuk at The Tyee highlights the escalating water crisis in Alberta, driven by climate change-induced droughts and dwindling water resources. With reduced snowpack accumulations, melting glaciers, and critical water shortages across river basins, the province faces severe challenges in maintaining water supply for its residents and industries.

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CTV News - Why drought on the prairies is making your steak more expensive
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CTV News - Why drought on the prairies is making your steak more expensive

This recent article, highlighted by CTV News, sheds light on the significant impact of consecutive drought years on North America's beef industry, leading to higher retail prices for consumers. Ranchers, faced with depleted grasslands and rising input costs, have been forced to downsize their herds, resulting in a reduction in overall beef production.

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The Western Producer - Communities feel pinch as river levels plummet
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The Western Producer - Communities feel pinch as river levels plummet

This recent article featured on The Western Producer highlights the mounting stress that climate change is exerting on Canada’s water resources, and the mounting need for a consistent national approach to addressing water vulnerability. Communities along the South Saskatchewan River are dealing with depleting water levels, which is caused the town of Leader, Saskatchewan to declare a state of emergency because they couldn't get enough water from the river for their town.

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