An Alberta Liberal government would not sell Alberta’s water. The application by the Eastern Irrigation District – controlling 1/3 of the allocated water from the Bow River – to change their license to allow other uses than agricultural use is a serious step toward commodifying water. All water in Alberta is owned by the people of Alberta and licensed for specific purposes. Excess water should be returned to the province, especially now that we are at the limit of water supply in southern Alberta and are contemplating more water transfers from northern rivers. We believe that any transfer of water rights should be through a public process and priority given to human and ecological needs.

Water is the lifeblood of the province and belongs to future generations as well.

What do you think about an Irrigation District using water for other purposes or transferring un-used portions of its license?

I held a press conference on this matter on Thursday September 6th, and hopefully there will be video clips soon. You can read the press release here: Give Albertans Say in Province’s Water Supply, Urge Alberta Liberals