Everything is Connected
Everything is Connected
Intro – The Moment We’re In “Water for the town seems to have been forgotten. Damn the river? Drill more wells? Boil rain water? Move to Okotoks?” That single comment from last week’s discussion summed up the unease many of us feel. In a dry year, when rivers run low and growth pressures keep rising, […]
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Every decision we make as a community—about water, buildings, energy, or even the air we breathe—shapes the world we leave for future generations. Over the past several years, local projects like rainwater harvesting, xeriscaping, and Repair Cafés have shown what’s possible when residents take sustainability into their own hands. Now, it’s time to bring these
Introducing the Sustainability Plan: Building a Healthier, Smarter Community Together Read More »
Every spring, the pattern repeats itself. As soon as the rains begin, messages and calls pour in: “Do you still have any rain totes left?” Too often, people miss the chance to set up in time. By the time they realize the value of capturing rainwater, it’s already slipping away. The Rain Tote Project by
Behind the Rain Tote Project: A Sustainable Life Initiative Read More »
Why a Follow-Up Now? In our last post, we looked at why it’s time to move Beyond Green Lawns. Today, we take the next step: asking what happens when every household in our community captures rainwater instead of relying solely on treated municipal water. The answer is powerful: millions of litres saved, greater resilience during
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Why This Update Matters Last year, we explored why it was time to move beyond green lawns. That message is even more urgent today. Southern Alberta, like many regions across Canada, is facing hotter summers, extended droughts, and growing pressure on municipal water supplies. The lush turfgrass lawns once seen as a symbol of pride
Beyond Green Lawns 2025: resilient Yards, Water-Smart Future Read More »
Title: Sheep River Water ReportSubtitle: Community Understanding and Policy ResponsePrepared by: Dusty WilliamsDate: July 2025 Introduction: Why This Report Was Written The original Sheep River Water Report was created in response to growing community interest and concern about the long-term sustainability of our local water resources. While the initial report provided a strong overview of
What Your Comments Taught Us About our Water, Growth, and the Future Read More »
Introductory Paragraph: When we released the Sheep River Water Report, we hoped it would start a conversation—and it has. The feedback has been both heartening and thought-provoking. Many readers expressed gratitude for a deep look into our watershed’s realities, while others raised pressing concerns about development pressure, infrastructure capacity, and affordability. These are exactly the
Hard Questions, Honest Answers: Follow-Up to the Sheep River Report Read More »
Executive Summary The Sheep River watershed is approaching a critical moment. Climate variability, population growth, and aging infrastructure are converging on a river system that has already experienced profound disruption. This report compiles recent data, historical context, and forward-looking recommendations to chart a sustainable course for water stewardship in the Diamond Valley region and beyond.
The Watershed Moment: Rethinking the Future of the Sheep River Read More »
Looming Water Shortages in Southern Alberta: The Need for Water Restrictions Over a number of years now, 20 or so, I’ve attended numerous seminars and science workshops on water, and have been hyper aware of conditions in southern Alberta. Topics ranged from water levels to flora and fauna,wetlands, and riparian areas. In February I attended
Why Save Rain Water: Unique Possibility of Looming Water Restrictions Read More »
GREY WATER Grey water is the wastewater that is generated from household activities such as laundry, dish washing, and bathing. While grey water is not suitable for drinking, it can be reused for non-potable purposes such as watering plants, flushing toilets, and washing cars. Grey water reuse is an excellent way to conserve water and
utilization of grey water in our homes is critical now more than ever Read More »