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Did you know that during a major fire, we can use millions of liters of water? That water comes from the same system you use for everyday tasks like having showers, flushing toilets and doing laundry.
Our Public Information Officer with the Calgary Fire Department, Alex Kwan explains more.
Our Public Information Officer with the Calgary Fire Department, Alex Kwan explains more.
January 10, 2026 at 7:02 PM
Did you know that during a major fire, we can use millions of liters of water? That water comes from the same system you use for everyday tasks like having showers, flushing toilets and doing laundry.
Our Public Information Officer with the Calgary Fire Department, Alex Kwan explains more.
Our Public Information Officer with the Calgary Fire Department, Alex Kwan explains more.
Jan. 10, 9:00 a.m. update.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W:
❗️On Jan. 9, our water use was 504 ML which is 19 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We are still experiencing a strain on our distribution system.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W:
❗️On Jan. 9, our water use was 504 ML which is 19 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We are still experiencing a strain on our distribution system.
January 10, 2026 at 4:19 PM
Jan. 10, 9:00 a.m. update.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W:
❗️On Jan. 9, our water use was 504 ML which is 19 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We are still experiencing a strain on our distribution system.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W:
❗️On Jan. 9, our water use was 504 ML which is 19 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We are still experiencing a strain on our distribution system.
Site Update. Jan. 9, 6:00 p.m.
Steady work continued throughout the day at the impacted site on 16 Avenue N.W.
Steady work continued throughout the day at the impacted site on 16 Avenue N.W.
January 10, 2026 at 1:20 AM
Site Update. Jan. 9, 6:00 p.m.
Steady work continued throughout the day at the impacted site on 16 Avenue N.W.
Steady work continued throughout the day at the impacted site on 16 Avenue N.W.
Our rivers change with the seasons and right now levels are especially low on the Elbow River.
The Glenmore Water Treatment Plant relies on the Elbow River and Glenmore Reservoir to keep Calgary’s water flowing, so conserving water now helps protect Calgary’s supply all winter long.
The Glenmore Water Treatment Plant relies on the Elbow River and Glenmore Reservoir to keep Calgary’s water flowing, so conserving water now helps protect Calgary’s supply all winter long.
January 9, 2026 at 7:12 PM
Our rivers change with the seasons and right now levels are especially low on the Elbow River.
The Glenmore Water Treatment Plant relies on the Elbow River and Glenmore Reservoir to keep Calgary’s water flowing, so conserving water now helps protect Calgary’s supply all winter long.
The Glenmore Water Treatment Plant relies on the Elbow River and Glenmore Reservoir to keep Calgary’s water flowing, so conserving water now helps protect Calgary’s supply all winter long.
Jan. 9, 8:30 a.m. update.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W:
🚨 On Jan. 8, our water use was 508 ML which is 23 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W:
🚨 On Jan. 8, our water use was 508 ML which is 23 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML.
January 9, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Jan. 9, 8:30 a.m. update.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W:
🚨 On Jan. 8, our water use was 508 ML which is 23 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W:
🚨 On Jan. 8, our water use was 508 ML which is 23 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML.
Site Update. Jan. 8, 5:00 p.m.
👏 Crews continued to make steady progress today at the impacted site along 16 Avenue N.W.
🚛 Backfilling of the area around the pipe continued.
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👏 Crews continued to make steady progress today at the impacted site along 16 Avenue N.W.
🚛 Backfilling of the area around the pipe continued.
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January 9, 2026 at 12:20 AM
Site Update. Jan. 8, 5:00 p.m.
👏 Crews continued to make steady progress today at the impacted site along 16 Avenue N.W.
🚛 Backfilling of the area around the pipe continued.
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👏 Crews continued to make steady progress today at the impacted site along 16 Avenue N.W.
🚛 Backfilling of the area around the pipe continued.
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Have you ever wondered where Calgary’s water comes from?
Our Manager of Drinking Water Distribution, Chris Huston explains how the Bow & Elbow River watersheds play such an important part in our water supply.
Help us conserve water today.
Learn more at calgary.ca/watermainbreak.
Our Manager of Drinking Water Distribution, Chris Huston explains how the Bow & Elbow River watersheds play such an important part in our water supply.
Help us conserve water today.
Learn more at calgary.ca/watermainbreak.
January 8, 2026 at 9:45 PM
Have you ever wondered where Calgary’s water comes from?
Our Manager of Drinking Water Distribution, Chris Huston explains how the Bow & Elbow River watersheds play such an important part in our water supply.
Help us conserve water today.
Learn more at calgary.ca/watermainbreak.
Our Manager of Drinking Water Distribution, Chris Huston explains how the Bow & Elbow River watersheds play such an important part in our water supply.
Help us conserve water today.
Learn more at calgary.ca/watermainbreak.
Jan. 8, 10:00 a.m. update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 7, our water use was 507 ML which is 22 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 7, our water use was 507 ML which is 22 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
January 8, 2026 at 5:03 PM
Jan. 8, 10:00 a.m. update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 7, our water use was 507 ML which is 22 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 7, our water use was 507 ML which is 22 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
Ask our Water Expert: How long do we need to conserve water?
Until repairs are completed. Our goal: 600 million litres/day in storage. Please keep saving water.
🚿 3 min showers
🚽 Flush only when needed
💧Full loads for laundry & dishes
Small choices, big impact.
➡️ calgary.ca/watermainbreak.
Until repairs are completed. Our goal: 600 million litres/day in storage. Please keep saving water.
🚿 3 min showers
🚽 Flush only when needed
💧Full loads for laundry & dishes
Small choices, big impact.
➡️ calgary.ca/watermainbreak.
January 7, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Ask our Water Expert: How long do we need to conserve water?
Until repairs are completed. Our goal: 600 million litres/day in storage. Please keep saving water.
🚿 3 min showers
🚽 Flush only when needed
💧Full loads for laundry & dishes
Small choices, big impact.
➡️ calgary.ca/watermainbreak.
Until repairs are completed. Our goal: 600 million litres/day in storage. Please keep saving water.
🚿 3 min showers
🚽 Flush only when needed
💧Full loads for laundry & dishes
Small choices, big impact.
➡️ calgary.ca/watermainbreak.
Jan. 7, 9:00 a.m. update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 6, our water use was 511 ML which is 26 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 6, our water use was 511 ML which is 26 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
January 7, 2026 at 4:05 PM
Jan. 7, 9:00 a.m. update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 6, our water use was 511 ML which is 26 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 6, our water use was 511 ML which is 26 ML above the sustainable level of 485 ML. We continue to ask Calgarians & businesses to take urgent action to reduce their water consumption.
In 2025, 38 Calgarians lost their lives in fatal collisions on Calgary roads – a near 20-year high. Collisions don’t just affect victims – they impact families, friends, teachers and entire communities.
January 6, 2026 at 9:05 PM
In 2025, 38 Calgarians lost their lives in fatal collisions on Calgary roads – a near 20-year high. Collisions don’t just affect victims – they impact families, friends, teachers and entire communities.
Ask our Water Expert: How to save 30L of water a day?
🚿 Cut shower time: Aim for 3 min.
🚽 Flush less: each flush = 6L. Skipping 2 to 3 saves 18L.
💧Turn off the tap: saves 6 to 8L per min.
Small choices, big impact.
Learn more: calgary.ca/watermainbreak
🚿 Cut shower time: Aim for 3 min.
🚽 Flush less: each flush = 6L. Skipping 2 to 3 saves 18L.
💧Turn off the tap: saves 6 to 8L per min.
Small choices, big impact.
Learn more: calgary.ca/watermainbreak
January 6, 2026 at 7:03 PM
Ask our Water Expert: How to save 30L of water a day?
🚿 Cut shower time: Aim for 3 min.
🚽 Flush less: each flush = 6L. Skipping 2 to 3 saves 18L.
💧Turn off the tap: saves 6 to 8L per min.
Small choices, big impact.
Learn more: calgary.ca/watermainbreak
🚿 Cut shower time: Aim for 3 min.
🚽 Flush less: each flush = 6L. Skipping 2 to 3 saves 18L.
💧Turn off the tap: saves 6 to 8L per min.
Small choices, big impact.
Learn more: calgary.ca/watermainbreak
Jan. 6, 8:30 a.m. Update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 5, our water use reached 514 ML which is 29 ML higher than our sustainable level – where our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 5, our water use reached 514 ML which is 29 ML higher than our sustainable level – where our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
January 6, 2026 at 4:23 PM
Jan. 6, 8:30 a.m. Update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 5, our water use reached 514 ML which is 29 ML higher than our sustainable level – where our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨On Jan. 5, our water use reached 514 ML which is 29 ML higher than our sustainable level – where our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
Over the past few months, we have been upgrading a different feedermain at Memorial Drive & 52 Street N.E. This week we are getting ready to bring that feedermain back into service, which will help improve our efforts to deliver water across Calgary. This is unrelated to the Bearspaw break.
January 6, 2026 at 4:30 AM
Over the past few months, we have been upgrading a different feedermain at Memorial Drive & 52 Street N.E. This week we are getting ready to bring that feedermain back into service, which will help improve our efforts to deliver water across Calgary. This is unrelated to the Bearspaw break.
Site Update. Jan. 5, 7 p.m.
👷♂️ Crews continue to make steady progress at the impacted site along 16 Avenue N.W. The affected pipe section that was removed is being inspected.
👷♂️ Crews continue to make steady progress at the impacted site along 16 Avenue N.W. The affected pipe section that was removed is being inspected.
January 6, 2026 at 2:41 AM
Site Update. Jan. 5, 7 p.m.
👷♂️ Crews continue to make steady progress at the impacted site along 16 Avenue N.W. The affected pipe section that was removed is being inspected.
👷♂️ Crews continue to make steady progress at the impacted site along 16 Avenue N.W. The affected pipe section that was removed is being inspected.
Jan. 5, 8:30 a.m. Update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨 On Jan. 4, our water use reached 510 ML which is 25 ML higher than what our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨 On Jan. 4, our water use reached 510 ML which is 25 ML higher than what our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
January 5, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Jan. 5, 8:30 a.m. Update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨 On Jan. 4, our water use reached 510 ML which is 25 ML higher than what our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
🚨 On Jan. 4, our water use reached 510 ML which is 25 ML higher than what our treatment plants can provide each day while repairs are made.
Site Update. Jan. 4, 8 p.m.
👷♂️ Crews continue making steady progress at the break site along 16 Avenue N.W.
🏗️ Removed damaged pipe from the ground.
🚧 Opened one lane on eastbound 16th Avenue N.W.
Find out how to save water and stay informed at calgary.ca/watermainbreak
👷♂️ Crews continue making steady progress at the break site along 16 Avenue N.W.
🏗️ Removed damaged pipe from the ground.
🚧 Opened one lane on eastbound 16th Avenue N.W.
Find out how to save water and stay informed at calgary.ca/watermainbreak
January 5, 2026 at 3:23 AM
Site Update. Jan. 4, 8 p.m.
👷♂️ Crews continue making steady progress at the break site along 16 Avenue N.W.
🏗️ Removed damaged pipe from the ground.
🚧 Opened one lane on eastbound 16th Avenue N.W.
Find out how to save water and stay informed at calgary.ca/watermainbreak
👷♂️ Crews continue making steady progress at the break site along 16 Avenue N.W.
🏗️ Removed damaged pipe from the ground.
🚧 Opened one lane on eastbound 16th Avenue N.W.
Find out how to save water and stay informed at calgary.ca/watermainbreak
Effective immediately, the Boil Water Advisory for Parkdale, Montgomery, Point McKay and West Hillhurst has been lifted. Testing has confirmed the water is safe to drink.
For more information: newsroom.calgary.ca/boil-water-advisory-lifted-for-parkdale-montgomery-and-point-mckay-and-west-hillhurst/
For more information: newsroom.calgary.ca/boil-water-advisory-lifted-for-parkdale-montgomery-and-point-mckay-and-west-hillhurst/
January 5, 2026 at 1:08 AM
Effective immediately, the Boil Water Advisory for Parkdale, Montgomery, Point McKay and West Hillhurst has been lifted. Testing has confirmed the water is safe to drink.
For more information: newsroom.calgary.ca/boil-water-advisory-lifted-for-parkdale-montgomery-and-point-mckay-and-west-hillhurst/
For more information: newsroom.calgary.ca/boil-water-advisory-lifted-for-parkdale-montgomery-and-point-mckay-and-west-hillhurst/
Jan. 4, 8:30 a.m. Update
Latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.
▪️ On Jan. 3 our water use reached 495 ML which is putting a strain on our supply.
▪️ As many people return to work & school on Monday, we are reminding everyone that saving water is extremely important.
Latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.
▪️ On Jan. 3 our water use reached 495 ML which is putting a strain on our supply.
▪️ As many people return to work & school on Monday, we are reminding everyone that saving water is extremely important.
January 4, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Jan. 4, 8:30 a.m. Update
Latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.
▪️ On Jan. 3 our water use reached 495 ML which is putting a strain on our supply.
▪️ As many people return to work & school on Monday, we are reminding everyone that saving water is extremely important.
Latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.
▪️ On Jan. 3 our water use reached 495 ML which is putting a strain on our supply.
▪️ As many people return to work & school on Monday, we are reminding everyone that saving water is extremely important.
Site Update. Jan. 3, 5:30 p.m.
👷♂️ Crews continue making steady progress at the break site along 16 Avenue N.W.
🦺 Work to remove the damaged section is in progress.
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👷♂️ Crews continue making steady progress at the break site along 16 Avenue N.W.
🦺 Work to remove the damaged section is in progress.
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January 4, 2026 at 12:29 AM
Site Update. Jan. 3, 5:30 p.m.
👷♂️ Crews continue making steady progress at the break site along 16 Avenue N.W.
🦺 Work to remove the damaged section is in progress.
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👷♂️ Crews continue making steady progress at the break site along 16 Avenue N.W.
🦺 Work to remove the damaged section is in progress.
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Jan. 3, 10:30am Update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
On Jan. 2, our water use reached 493 ML. This puts a heavy strain on our supply—let’s work together to use less. Every small action helps while crews work hard to restore service.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
On Jan. 2, our water use reached 493 ML. This puts a heavy strain on our supply—let’s work together to use less. Every small action helps while crews work hard to restore service.
January 3, 2026 at 5:31 PM
Jan. 3, 10:30am Update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
On Jan. 2, our water use reached 493 ML. This puts a heavy strain on our supply—let’s work together to use less. Every small action helps while crews work hard to restore service.
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
On Jan. 2, our water use reached 493 ML. This puts a heavy strain on our supply—let’s work together to use less. Every small action helps while crews work hard to restore service.
Jan. 2, 1 p.m. Update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
• On Jan 1, our water use dropped to 473 ML – which is at a sustainable level
️⚠️ It is imperative that we continue to conserve water, so demand does not outstrip supply.⚠️
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
• On Jan 1, our water use dropped to 473 ML – which is at a sustainable level
️⚠️ It is imperative that we continue to conserve water, so demand does not outstrip supply.⚠️
January 2, 2026 at 8:13 PM
Jan. 2, 1 p.m. Update
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
• On Jan 1, our water use dropped to 473 ML – which is at a sustainable level
️⚠️ It is imperative that we continue to conserve water, so demand does not outstrip supply.⚠️
Here is the latest update on the critical water main break along 16 Ave. N.W.:
• On Jan 1, our water use dropped to 473 ML – which is at a sustainable level
️⚠️ It is imperative that we continue to conserve water, so demand does not outstrip supply.⚠️
Don’t forget to compost your real Christmas tree!
After removing the ornaments & lights you can:
🌲Cut your tree into small pieces & put them in your green cart (make sure the lid can close), OR
🌲Or take to a Christmas Tree drop off location until Jan 31.
Visit calgary.ca/christmastree
After removing the ornaments & lights you can:
🌲Cut your tree into small pieces & put them in your green cart (make sure the lid can close), OR
🌲Or take to a Christmas Tree drop off location until Jan 31.
Visit calgary.ca/christmastree
January 2, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Don’t forget to compost your real Christmas tree!
After removing the ornaments & lights you can:
🌲Cut your tree into small pieces & put them in your green cart (make sure the lid can close), OR
🌲Or take to a Christmas Tree drop off location until Jan 31.
Visit calgary.ca/christmastree
After removing the ornaments & lights you can:
🌲Cut your tree into small pieces & put them in your green cart (make sure the lid can close), OR
🌲Or take to a Christmas Tree drop off location until Jan 31.
Visit calgary.ca/christmastree
We're responding to a water main break east of the Sarcee Trail/16 Ave N.W. interchange.
‼️There is a boil water advisory for the communities of Parkdale, Montgomery and Point McKay.
All Calgarians should conserve water. Stay tuned for more updates.
➡ newsroom.calgary.ca/boil-water-a....
‼️There is a boil water advisory for the communities of Parkdale, Montgomery and Point McKay.
All Calgarians should conserve water. Stay tuned for more updates.
➡ newsroom.calgary.ca/boil-water-a....
Boil Water Advisory declared for parts of Calgary
Due to a major water main break east of the Sarcee Trail/16 Ave N.W. interchange Tuesday, Dec. 30, Alberta Health Services (AHS) has declared a Boil Water Advisory for The City of Calgary effective im...
newsroom.calgary.ca
December 31, 2025 at 1:06 PM
We're responding to a water main break east of the Sarcee Trail/16 Ave N.W. interchange.
‼️There is a boil water advisory for the communities of Parkdale, Montgomery and Point McKay.
All Calgarians should conserve water. Stay tuned for more updates.
➡ newsroom.calgary.ca/boil-water-a....
‼️There is a boil water advisory for the communities of Parkdale, Montgomery and Point McKay.
All Calgarians should conserve water. Stay tuned for more updates.
➡ newsroom.calgary.ca/boil-water-a....
Two more sleeps ’til New Year’s Eve!
If you're unsure what do, here’s your sign: come to our NYE celebration!
Free entertainment. Free skating. Food trucks. Giveaways. Midnight fireworks.
It’s the easiest yes of 2025.
🚍 Free shuttles + late-night transit
🔗 Calgary.ca/NYE
If you're unsure what do, here’s your sign: come to our NYE celebration!
Free entertainment. Free skating. Food trucks. Giveaways. Midnight fireworks.
It’s the easiest yes of 2025.
🚍 Free shuttles + late-night transit
🔗 Calgary.ca/NYE
December 29, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Two more sleeps ’til New Year’s Eve!
If you're unsure what do, here’s your sign: come to our NYE celebration!
Free entertainment. Free skating. Food trucks. Giveaways. Midnight fireworks.
It’s the easiest yes of 2025.
🚍 Free shuttles + late-night transit
🔗 Calgary.ca/NYE
If you're unsure what do, here’s your sign: come to our NYE celebration!
Free entertainment. Free skating. Food trucks. Giveaways. Midnight fireworks.
It’s the easiest yes of 2025.
🚍 Free shuttles + late-night transit
🔗 Calgary.ca/NYE