Ending long-term drinking water advisories

English River First Nation in Saskatchewan lifted the drinking water advisory on their public water system on November 7, 2024. Upgrades to the water treatment plant were completed in September 2024. A new water operator was hired and is now keeping the community's water safe.

Fort Severn First Nation in Ontario lifted the drinking water advisory on their public water system on October 9, 2024, after completing upgrades to their water treatment system and training their water operators on the new equipment.

The drinking water advisory affecting Star Blanket Cree Nation's public water system, in Saskatchewan, was lifted on June 28, 2024, since being in effect since 2007. A new water treatment plant was constructed.

The drinking water advisory affecting Waywayseecappo First Nation's Public Water System in Manitoba, became long-term on September 28, 2024, as it has been in effect for more than 12 months. The advisory affects 80 homes and 6 community buildings. The community is currently completing repairs to their existing water treatment plant and exploring options for building a new plant. Once the repairs are completed, the community should be in a position to lift the advisory.

The drinking water advisory affecting Sweetgrass First Nation's Public Water System in Saskatchewan, became long-term on September 7, 2024, as it has been in effect for more than 12 months. The advisory affects 185 homes and 10 community buildings. The community is currently upgrading their water treatment plant and the advisory is in place during construction. It is expected to be completed in October 2024.