 Canada Bureau
FIRST NATION WATER ADVISORIES August 18, 2026
There are currently 44 short-term water advisories in First Nations communities across Canada and 40 long-term water advisories in 38 communities
SHORT TERM August 18, 2026
Overview: There are 44 Short-term water advisories in First Nations communities not including BC: 3 in Atlantic, 1 in QC, 16 in Ontario, 8 in MB, 10 in SK, 6 in AB.
You will find the information regarding BC short and long-term advisories at First Nation Health Authority (FNHA).
HIGHLIGHTS
QC
BWA added for Kitcisakik (Grand-Lac-Victoria)(8/11)
ON
BWA added for Kashechewan PWS (8/11)
BWA added for Big Trout Lake PWS (8/13)
BWA added (Big Grassy) PWS (8/14)
MB
BWA added Fox Lake (Bird) PWS (8/10)
AB
BWA added for South Tallcree PWS (8/12)
BWA lifted for Mīnī Thnī PWS (8/10)
LONG TERM
As of August 13, 2026 There are 40 long-term advisories in 38 communities.
RECENT HIGHLIGHTS
BWA LIFTED OKANESE FIRST NATION, SK (5/27)
Okanese First Nation in Saskatchewan lifted the drinking water advisory on their public water system after upgrading and expanding the water plant and distribution system, and improving operations.
BWA LIFTED CROSS LAKE BAND, MB (8/13)
The drinking water advisory affecting the Cross Lake Natimek Public Water System in Manitoba became long-term on August 13, 2026, as it has been in effect for more than 12 months. The advisory affects 248 homes and 6 community buildings. The community completed majority of repairs needed to the water treatment system and is currently replacing the fire pumps.
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