What we're for
A small crew, one watershed
Our mission
To promote science-based information that stimulates informed and respectful discussion on the environmental issues of today — nonpartisan, and open to anyone.
Our focus
The protection of the quality and quantity of our water, which is sourced from the eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains.
Our strategy
Engage the public and build a broader understanding of how critical our water quantity and quality are — and of the threats to both, now and long term.
Downstream from here
Some of our work so far
Panels, research, a brochure, a float in five parades. Each one gathering more people into the same conversation.
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April 2024 · Claresholm
Water 1.0 — Drought Preparedness and Mitigation
A panel presentation sharing information about the impact of the drought and concerns about water quality and quantity.
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November 2024 · Nanton
Water 2.0 — The Concerns of Coal on our Water Supply
A panel presentation by recognized scientists on the current research around selenium pollution and other issues affecting water.
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January 2025 · Lethbridge
A roundtable that became the Alliance
We organized a meeting of over 20 organizations and expert individuals all working towards environmental protection and education relating to our water supply. The goal was a framework to improve communication and coordination between everyone working towards similar goals.
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January 2025
Society status
We applied for and received Society status, establishing stronger structures and public credibility.
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March 2025 · Across the region
Brochure distribution
We created an informative brochure about water and air pollution from coal mining, focussing on selenium leaching. Grant monies supported the cost of printing and distribution throughout our region.
16,000copies printed and distributed -
Summer 2025 · Southern & central Alberta
Five parades, one float
We built a float and entered five parades, handing out brochures and talking with community members along the way.
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Spring 2026 · Ongoing
Flyers, and showing up
Continuing to create awareness through a flyer and participation in community activities, with information about the impacts of coal mining on our water quantity and quality.
Join us
We continue to learn, share, and plan.
If you live in this watershed, you have a stake in it. Come to a panel, hand out a brochure, bring a question, or just ask to be kept in the loop.
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