The Coalition

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Take Action To Secure BC’s Watersheds.

Our watersheds sustain people, communities, and the economy—but keeping them healthy requires action. Let’s work together to secure BC’s water, communities, and future prosperity and build a thriving, water-secure future for all British Columbians.

End BC’s water rates

BC’s industrial water rates are the lowest in Canada—effectively giving away our most precious resource to some of the world’s largest companies. Meanwhile, communities are facing growing costs from droughts, floods, and wildfires.

We can secure our watersheds and strengthen our economy. By ending the Great Water Giveaway and aligning industrial water rates with other provinces, the BC government can ensure long-term watershed security, support local jobs, and invest in resilient communities all without raising costs for taxpayers.

Take the Watershed Security Pledge

BC’s watersheds are life-giving and under pressure. Join elected officials, organizations, and citizens in committing to protect and restore our rivers, lakes, and wetlands for communities, ecosystems, and the economy.

Resources

  • BC Government Climate Risk Assessment 2025

  • Tapped Out – A Special Report on Water Scarcity and Water Solutions in British Columbia

  • B.C. needs local watershed boards to avoid water wars

  • Why B.C. Needs Watershed Boards

  • Working for Watersheds Sector Roadmap

  • Working For Watersheds Economic Impact Report

  • Case for Growing the Sector

  • Modernizing Industrial Water Rates in B.C.

  • The Case for Investing in B.C.’s Watersheds