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Association of Boards of Certification
(ABC)
promotes operator certification and uniformity of standards and
practices.
Canada-Saskatchewan Irrigation Diversification
Centre (CSIDC) promotes crop diversification and sustainable
irrigation practices to Saskatchewan producers and industry. Through
market-driven research and demonstration projects, CSIDC responds to
farmer and industry needs to improve the sustainability and profitability
of farms.
Canada-wide
Strategy for the Management of Municipal Wastewater Effluent: Consultation
materials on the draft strategy is now available for review and comment.
Canada Coast Guard
Office of Boating Safety
Information including course providers
Canadian Heritage River System

Established by the federal, provincial and
territorial governments to give national recognition to the important
rivers of Canada, to conserve and protect the best examples of
Canada's river heritage and to encourage the public to learn about,
enjoy and appreciate Canada's rivers
Canadian
Water Resources Association (CWRA)
is a national
organization of individuals and organizations interested in the
management of Canada's water resources.
Canadian Water and Wastewater Association (CWWA) represents the common interests of Canada's
water and wastewater systems, regarding federal and interprovincial
bodies' policies, programs, legislation and national Codes or
Standards.
Canoe Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan has one of the world's great
wilderness canoe areas with half of the province covered by forest and
one-eighth with water. The Precambrian shield in northern Saskatchewan
provides the setting for an adventurer's paradise.
Climate Change Saskatchewan
is the gateway to climate change information in Saskatchewan.
Ducks Unlimited Canada
Wetland and wildlife conservation.
Environment Canada - Prairie and
Northern Region
http://www.pnr-rpn.ec.gc.ca/index.en.html
Environment Canada
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Water
Freshwater site contains
information about the nature of water, its management and the policies
and legislation that regulate water. A unique feature is a look at how
water is shaping Canadian culture.
Groundwater site
Nature’s Hidden Treasure
Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Information on Fish Habitat Protection
Foam Lake Heritage
Marsh is considered the gem of all prairie marshes.
Health Canada
Water
quality
Reports
and publications
Drinking water quality
Library services
The libraries of Saskatchewan offer a wide range of information services
to the public and researchers.
National Land and Water
Information Service

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is developing this service in
partnership with other federal departments, provincial governments, NGOs
and industry groups to provide the best available information, analysis
and interpretation of land and water resources to all Canadians.
Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute (PAMI)
PAMI is an applied research, development and testing organization serving
manufacturers and farmers.
Prairie Provinces
Water Board
http://www.mb.ec.gc.ca/water/fa01/index.en.html

The Board promotes
cooperation among the three Prairie Provinces through activities relating
to water quality and quantity and groundwater. The site lists
reports/publications which are available free of charge from the Board.
Prairie
Water News

Prairie Water News
is a journal dedicated to providing information about water supply and
quality.
Quill Lakes Marsh
Network

The Quill Lakes
Marsh Network is a wetland of international importance.
Safe Water

Primary purpose is to find treatment
and preventative solutions to make surface and ground water safe for
human consumption. A registered charitable organization.
Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM)
Independent association that represents rural municipal
government in Saskatchewan.
Saskatchewan Association of Rural Water Pipelines
A provincial organization
providing a united voice on rural water pipeline issues.
Saskatchewan
Research Council (SRC)
SRC is a major
research and development organization in Saskatchewan providing contract
research, technology transfer and analytical services to companies in the
province and around the world.
Environmental Analytical Laboratories provides analytical testing of domestic drinking water from ground
and surface-water sources to measure levels of bacteria, nitrates,
minerals and heavy metals. Toxicity testing is also performed on mining
operation effluents and other industrial waters. SRC's expertise in
aquatic ecology helps to assess, monitor and remedy specific
environmental problems in freshwater ecosystems.
Saskatchewan River Basin

A unique alliance of
governments, industry, businesses and individuals dedicated to promoting
awareness, linkages, stewardship, knowledge and respect for the basin
ecosystem and heritage of the Saskatchewan River Basin located
in Western Canada.
Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA)
(SUMA)advocates policy
positions and delivers programs and services to member municipalities in
Saskatchewan.
Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council

Is a non-profit, non-government organization
whose mission is to help Saskatchewan and its people attain the
environmental, economic and cultural benefits that come from reducing
waste.
Saskatchewan Water and Wastewater Association (SWWA
SWWA is made up of individuals involved in the
operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of water/wastewater
systems and their related components.
SaskBiz
Provides the most comprehensive listing of information on communities and
regions in Saskatchewan. Each Community Profile contains up-to-date
information on economic indicators (such as population, labour force,
education, leading employers, utilities, transportation and taxation) as
well as quality of life indicators (such as schools, recreational
facilities, health care and housing).
Spirit Creek Watershed Monitoring Committee
The committee is
empowered to investigate and report the environmental impact on the
water, soil and air arising from the intensive hog operation facility
situated in the Spirit Creek Watershed.
Swift
Current Creek Watershed Stewards Inc.
Not-for-profit corporation formed by local people in the Swift Current
Creek and Rush Lake Creek Watersheds. Its mission is to enhance water
quality and stream health of the Swift Current Creek Watershed by
promoting awareness and understanding among water users.
Tourism Saskatchewan
http://www.sasktourism.com/

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Groundwater and drinking water information and guidance for small
systems.
Western Canada Water (WCW)
formerly
called Western Canada Water and Wastewater Association (WCWWA)
Non-profit regional association promoting education,
training and networking of its members in water treatment, water
distribution, wastewater treatment and wastewater collection.
World Health Organization
This organization is the United Nations specialized agency for
health. Information on
emerging issues in water and infectious disease is available. Information
on potential transmission of avian influenza through
water and sewage. WHO
guidelines for drinking water quality; includes coverage of risk assessment and
management for both microbiology and chemicals, as well as guidance on
guidelines applications.
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