 Canada Bureau
FIRST NATION WATER ADVISORIES – March 10, 2026
There are currently 22 short-term water advisories in First Nations communities across Canada and 39 long-term water advisories
SHORT TERM
Overview: There are 22 short-term water advisories in First Nations communities – not including BC: 2 in Atlantic, 0 in QC, 9 in Ontario, 8 in MB, 3 in SK, 0 in AB.
This number has decreased since our previous reports. You will find the information regarding BC short and long-term advisories at First Nation Health Authority (FNHA).
HIGHLIGHT
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BWA removed IN Miawpukek, for Conne River Public Water System , on March 2, 2026.
LONG TERM
Overview: As of February 10, 2026, there are 39 long-term water advisories in Canada – not including BC: 0 in Atlantic, 0 in QC, 29 in Ontario, 5 in MB, 5 in SK, 0 in AB.
This number has decreased from a high of 151 in 2015
You will find the information regarding BC short and long-term advisories at First Nation Health Authority (FNHA).
Recently removed long-term advisories
Berens River First Nation in Manitoba lifted the drinking water advisory on their public water system on January 6, 2026, after completing upgrades to the water treatment plant, flushing the distribution system, and cleaning the reservoir.
Miawpukek First Nation in Newfoundland lifted the drinking water advisory on their public water system on December 24, 2025, after completing upgrades and building a new booster pumping station.
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