Oldman Watershed Council
@oldmanwatershed.bsky.social
Non-profit organization supporting the Oldman watershed and all its users in Southern Alberta, Canada.
Our new blog is up! In it, we take a look at changes proposed to the Water Act in Bill 7.
"On Oct. 30, 2025, the Alberta legislature introduced Bill 7: Water Amendment Act, which would make several changes to the Water Act around water use...."
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"On Oct. 30, 2025, the Alberta legislature introduced Bill 7: Water Amendment Act, which would make several changes to the Water Act around water use...."
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
What’s New with the Water Act? — Oldman Watershed Council
On Oct. 30, 2025, the Alberta legislature introduced Bill 7: Water Amendment Act, which would make several changes to the Water Act around water use reporting, transferring licenses, moving water betw...
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November 25, 2025 at 9:30 PM
Our new blog is up! In it, we take a look at changes proposed to the Water Act in Bill 7.
"On Oct. 30, 2025, the Alberta legislature introduced Bill 7: Water Amendment Act, which would make several changes to the Water Act around water use...."
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
"On Oct. 30, 2025, the Alberta legislature introduced Bill 7: Water Amendment Act, which would make several changes to the Water Act around water use...."
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
Our newest blog is up! In it, we look at the current water situation.
"...it’s once again time to take a look at how the Oldman watershed fared over the summer, and what we might expect in the upcoming snowy months...."
Read on: oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
"...it’s once again time to take a look at how the Oldman watershed fared over the summer, and what we might expect in the upcoming snowy months...."
Read on: oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
Fall 2025 Drought Update — Oldman Watershed Council
With fall in full swing around us and winter starting to nip at its heels, it’s once again time to take a look at how the Oldman watershed fared over the summer, and what we might expect in the upcomi...
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November 6, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Our newest blog is up! In it, we look at the current water situation.
"...it’s once again time to take a look at how the Oldman watershed fared over the summer, and what we might expect in the upcoming snowy months...."
Read on: oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
"...it’s once again time to take a look at how the Oldman watershed fared over the summer, and what we might expect in the upcoming snowy months...."
Read on: oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
Our Nov 1 AWE event is full—but there’s still time to join us on October 28.
Spend the day outdoors helping to plant willows, learn about pollinator science and Indigenous knowledge, and take meaningful action for the Oldman watershed at this free event.
www.eventbrite.ca/e/1802720137...
Spend the day outdoors helping to plant willows, learn about pollinator science and Indigenous knowledge, and take meaningful action for the Oldman watershed at this free event.
www.eventbrite.ca/e/1802720137...
Authentic Watershed Experience (October 28)
Gain hands-on skills in restoration, pollinator science, Indigenous knowledge, and agriculture in this full-day outdoor workshop.
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October 22, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Our Nov 1 AWE event is full—but there’s still time to join us on October 28.
Spend the day outdoors helping to plant willows, learn about pollinator science and Indigenous knowledge, and take meaningful action for the Oldman watershed at this free event.
www.eventbrite.ca/e/1802720137...
Spend the day outdoors helping to plant willows, learn about pollinator science and Indigenous knowledge, and take meaningful action for the Oldman watershed at this free event.
www.eventbrite.ca/e/1802720137...
Our newest blog is up!
"Right in the middle of May’s first summer heat, we drove to Ninna Piiksii’s house on Kainai Nation...
...This is what he told us, in his own words:"
Read here: oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2025/8/28/belly-river-ninna-piiksii-interview
"Right in the middle of May’s first summer heat, we drove to Ninna Piiksii’s house on Kainai Nation...
...This is what he told us, in his own words:"
Read here: oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2025/8/28/belly-river-ninna-piiksii-interview
Sitting by the Belly River with Ninna Piiksii — Oldman Watershed Council
Crouching in the soft mud along the Belly River after a morning of planting trees, I asked, “Why are willows important?” To answer, Ninna Piiksii taught us about ways Blackfoot people use willows, how...
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October 22, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Our newest blog is up!
"Right in the middle of May’s first summer heat, we drove to Ninna Piiksii’s house on Kainai Nation...
...This is what he told us, in his own words:"
Read here: oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2025/8/28/belly-river-ninna-piiksii-interview
"Right in the middle of May’s first summer heat, we drove to Ninna Piiksii’s house on Kainai Nation...
...This is what he told us, in his own words:"
Read here: oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2025/8/28/belly-river-ninna-piiksii-interview
Join us Nov 1 near Parkland for a full-day Authentic Watershed Experience. Plant native trees, learn from Indigenous speakers, and connect with producers working for a healthier watershed. Space limited—register now: www.eventbrite.ca/e/authentic-...
Authentic Watershed Experience (November 1)
Gain hands-on skills in restoration, pollinator science, Indigenous knowledge, and agriculture in this full-day outdoor workshop.
www.eventbrite.ca
October 17, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Join us Nov 1 near Parkland for a full-day Authentic Watershed Experience. Plant native trees, learn from Indigenous speakers, and connect with producers working for a healthier watershed. Space limited—register now: www.eventbrite.ca/e/authentic-...
Join us Oct 28 for a full-day Authentic Watershed Experience at Mount Sentinel Ranch. Help plant willows, learn about pollinators and Indigenous knowledge, and take action for the Oldman watershed. Space limited—register now: www.eventbrite.ca/e/authentic-...
Authentic Watershed Experience (October 28)
Gain hands-on skills in restoration, pollinator science, Indigenous knowledge, and agriculture in this full-day outdoor workshop.
www.eventbrite.ca
October 17, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Join us Oct 28 for a full-day Authentic Watershed Experience at Mount Sentinel Ranch. Help plant willows, learn about pollinators and Indigenous knowledge, and take action for the Oldman watershed. Space limited—register now: www.eventbrite.ca/e/authentic-...
Have you been thinking about joining us for a day of skill building, socializing, making the watershed a better place? Jump on it—only 3 spots left!
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/authentic-...
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/authentic-...
Authentic Watershed Experience (October 15)
Gain hands-on skills in restoration, pollinator science, Indigenous knowledge, and agriculture in a full-day watershed experience.
www.eventbrite.ca
October 7, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Have you been thinking about joining us for a day of skill building, socializing, making the watershed a better place? Jump on it—only 3 spots left!
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/authentic-...
Sign up here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/authentic-...
See what watershed stewardship looks like on the ground. Join us Oct. 15 for the Authentic Watershed Experience (AWE)—a free full-day outdoor workshop with restoration, pollinator science, Indigenous knowledge, and ag perspectives. Half the spots are filled: www.eventbrite.ca/e/1748330647...
Authentic Watershed Experience (October 15)
Gain hands-on skills in restoration, pollinator science, Indigenous knowledge, and agriculture in a full-day watershed experience.
www.eventbrite.ca
October 6, 2025 at 4:10 PM
See what watershed stewardship looks like on the ground. Join us Oct. 15 for the Authentic Watershed Experience (AWE)—a free full-day outdoor workshop with restoration, pollinator science, Indigenous knowledge, and ag perspectives. Half the spots are filled: www.eventbrite.ca/e/1748330647...
Join us Oct. 8 in Bow Island for Innovation on the Range, featuring virtual fencing, drones, and precision ranching tools that protect riparian areas. OWC will share funding and restoration opportunities for landowners and ranchers. Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/innovation...
Innovation on the Range
Get ready to shake up your thinking and ignite your creativity at Innovation on the Range - a game-changing event you won't want to miss!
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October 6, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Join us Oct. 8 in Bow Island for Innovation on the Range, featuring virtual fencing, drones, and precision ranching tools that protect riparian areas. OWC will share funding and restoration opportunities for landowners and ranchers. Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/innovation...
Have you ever wondered what it takes to keep a watershed healthy? Join us Oct. 15 for the Authentic Watershed Experience (AWE)—a free full-day workshop with hands-on restoration, pollinator science, Indigenous knowledge, and ag perspectives. Space limited to 20!
www.eventbrite.ca/e/authentic-...
www.eventbrite.ca/e/authentic-...
October 1, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Have you ever wondered what it takes to keep a watershed healthy? Join us Oct. 15 for the Authentic Watershed Experience (AWE)—a free full-day workshop with hands-on restoration, pollinator science, Indigenous knowledge, and ag perspectives. Space limited to 20!
www.eventbrite.ca/e/authentic-...
www.eventbrite.ca/e/authentic-...
Our new blog is up!
What does it really take to keep a watershed healthy? Find out and get inspired with a behind-the-scenes look at our upcoming watershed stewardship events this fall.
Read on:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
What does it really take to keep a watershed healthy? Find out and get inspired with a behind-the-scenes look at our upcoming watershed stewardship events this fall.
Read on:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
AWE (Authentic Watershed Experience) in the Oldman Basin — Oldman Watershed Council
What does it really take to keep our watershed healthy? Find out with a behind-the-scenes look at watershed stewardship this fall with a free one-day workshop. Spend the day outside, connect with your...
oldmanwatershed.ca
September 29, 2025 at 4:06 PM
Our new blog is up!
What does it really take to keep a watershed healthy? Find out and get inspired with a behind-the-scenes look at our upcoming watershed stewardship events this fall.
Read on:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
What does it really take to keep a watershed healthy? Find out and get inspired with a behind-the-scenes look at our upcoming watershed stewardship events this fall.
Read on:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
Join the North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance on Oct 1, 12–1 PM MT for Watershed Webinar: Freshwater Conservation in Canada. Hear Silvia D’Amelio on the challenges and solutions for our rivers and fish. Register: www.eventbrite.ca/e/nswa-water...
NSWA Watershed Wednesday Webinars
NSWA is back with our monthly webinar series. Join us over your lunch hour to learn about a diverse range of environmental topics!
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September 26, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Join the North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance on Oct 1, 12–1 PM MT for Watershed Webinar: Freshwater Conservation in Canada. Hear Silvia D’Amelio on the challenges and solutions for our rivers and fish. Register: www.eventbrite.ca/e/nswa-water...
Our new blog is up! Please join us in welcoming our new Watershed Assessment Program Manager, Lauren Thompson!
Get to know her here:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
Get to know her here:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
Welcome to Lauren — Oldman Watershed Council
Please welcome our new Watershed Assessment Program Manager, Lauren!
oldmanwatershed.ca
September 22, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Our new blog is up! Please join us in welcoming our new Watershed Assessment Program Manager, Lauren Thompson!
Get to know her here:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
Get to know her here:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
Before the queens hibernate, join us in Claresholm Sept 26 for a Fall Bumble Bee Training Evening! 🐝
Learn bee ID, practice using iNaturalist, and contribute to conservation science.
Register by Sept 23: www.eventbrite.ca/e/fall-bumbl...
Learn bee ID, practice using iNaturalist, and contribute to conservation science.
Register by Sept 23: www.eventbrite.ca/e/fall-bumbl...
Fall Bumble Bee Training Evening
Learn how to capture end-of-season bumble bee activity before the fall queens hibernate for the winter!
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September 17, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Before the queens hibernate, join us in Claresholm Sept 26 for a Fall Bumble Bee Training Evening! 🐝
Learn bee ID, practice using iNaturalist, and contribute to conservation science.
Register by Sept 23: www.eventbrite.ca/e/fall-bumbl...
Learn bee ID, practice using iNaturalist, and contribute to conservation science.
Register by Sept 23: www.eventbrite.ca/e/fall-bumbl...
How could nuclear energy affect our watershed? We take a look in our new blog:
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Frequently Asked Questions: Nuclear Energy — Oldman Watershed Council
The OWC has received many requests for information about potential nuclear energy projects and how they would affect the watershed and water security in Alberta. In this FAQ blog, we answer the most c...
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September 10, 2025 at 3:16 PM
How could nuclear energy affect our watershed? We take a look in our new blog:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
The Oldman Watershed Council is gathering input to better understand how people experience drought and how we can work together on solutions that build resilience.
Your voice matters. Please take a few minutes to share your perspective through our drought survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Your voice matters. Please take a few minutes to share your perspective through our drought survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Southern Alberta Drought Survey
This survey is being conducted by the Oldman Watershed Council (OWC) to inform future programming related to the drought conditions in southern Alberta. Your feedback will help contribute to improved ...
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September 10, 2025 at 3:12 PM
The Oldman Watershed Council is gathering input to better understand how people experience drought and how we can work together on solutions that build resilience.
Your voice matters. Please take a few minutes to share your perspective through our drought survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Your voice matters. Please take a few minutes to share your perspective through our drought survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Our new blog is up! In it, we have a look at pesticide monitoring in our watershed.
www.oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2025/9/2/pesticide-pilot-program
www.oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2025/9/2/pesticide-pilot-program
A Pesticide Pilot Program — Oldman Watershed Council
In 2023 and 2024, OWC took water samples upstream and downstream of Lethbridge to get tested for pesticides. This was part of a Canada-wide pilot project led by Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulat...
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September 4, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Our new blog is up! In it, we have a look at pesticide monitoring in our watershed.
www.oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2025/9/2/pesticide-pilot-program
www.oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2025/9/2/pesticide-pilot-program
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This is a reminder to apply for the 2025 Springboard Grant! The application portal closes September 5. This grant offers up to $10,000.
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Photo credit: 2024 Springboard Grantee @oldmanwatershed.bsky.social
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Photo credit: 2024 Springboard Grantee @oldmanwatershed.bsky.social
August 27, 2025 at 8:06 PM
This is a reminder to apply for the 2025 Springboard Grant! The application portal closes September 5. This grant offers up to $10,000.
albertaecotrust.com/grants/sprin...
Photo credit: 2024 Springboard Grantee @oldmanwatershed.bsky.social
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Photo credit: 2024 Springboard Grantee @oldmanwatershed.bsky.social
Are you amazing? We’re hiring!
The Oldman Watershed Council is seeking a Development Manager to lead grant management and donor relations while protecting rivers and communities in southern Alberta. Apply by Aug 24: oldmanwatershed.ca/jobs
The Oldman Watershed Council is seeking a Development Manager to lead grant management and donor relations while protecting rivers and communities in southern Alberta. Apply by Aug 24: oldmanwatershed.ca/jobs
Jobs — Oldman Watershed Council
Work With Us
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August 20, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Are you amazing? We’re hiring!
The Oldman Watershed Council is seeking a Development Manager to lead grant management and donor relations while protecting rivers and communities in southern Alberta. Apply by Aug 24: oldmanwatershed.ca/jobs
The Oldman Watershed Council is seeking a Development Manager to lead grant management and donor relations while protecting rivers and communities in southern Alberta. Apply by Aug 24: oldmanwatershed.ca/jobs
Are you amazing? We're hiring!
Our team is growing, and we’re looking for an experienced Development Manager to help shape OWC’s grant management and donor relations.
Is this you?
Applications will be accepted until Sunday, August 24, 2025.
oldmanwatershed.ca/jobs
Our team is growing, and we’re looking for an experienced Development Manager to help shape OWC’s grant management and donor relations.
Is this you?
Applications will be accepted until Sunday, August 24, 2025.
oldmanwatershed.ca/jobs
Jobs — Oldman Watershed Council
Work With Us
oldmanwatershed.ca
August 7, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Are you amazing? We're hiring!
Our team is growing, and we’re looking for an experienced Development Manager to help shape OWC’s grant management and donor relations.
Is this you?
Applications will be accepted until Sunday, August 24, 2025.
oldmanwatershed.ca/jobs
Our team is growing, and we’re looking for an experienced Development Manager to help shape OWC’s grant management and donor relations.
Is this you?
Applications will be accepted until Sunday, August 24, 2025.
oldmanwatershed.ca/jobs
Our new blog is up!
While you may have heard we were awarded an Alberta Emerald Foundation award this year (which is amazing!), and we are really proud of that, we are also really proud of the work that we have been doing for over two decades to earn the award.
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
While you may have heard we were awarded an Alberta Emerald Foundation award this year (which is amazing!), and we are really proud of that, we are also really proud of the work that we have been doing for over two decades to earn the award.
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
A Legacy of Action – and an Award — Oldman Watershed Council
The OWC received an Emerald Legacy Award in June 2025 for our proven record of environmental excellence! From OWC’s formation in the early 2000s, to our role now as a source of trusted information and...
oldmanwatershed.ca
August 6, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Our new blog is up!
While you may have heard we were awarded an Alberta Emerald Foundation award this year (which is amazing!), and we are really proud of that, we are also really proud of the work that we have been doing for over two decades to earn the award.
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
While you may have heard we were awarded an Alberta Emerald Foundation award this year (which is amazing!), and we are really proud of that, we are also really proud of the work that we have been doing for over two decades to earn the award.
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
Our new blog is up!
We are excited to welcome Sarah to the team as OWC's new Writer & Content Specialist.
Please join us in welcoming her!
Read Sarah's welcome blog: oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2025/07/31/welcome-to-sarah
We are excited to welcome Sarah to the team as OWC's new Writer & Content Specialist.
Please join us in welcoming her!
Read Sarah's welcome blog: oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2025/07/31/welcome-to-sarah
Welcome to Sarah — Oldman Watershed Council
Please welcome our new Writer & Content Specialist, Sarah!
oldmanwatershed.ca
July 31, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Our new blog is up!
We are excited to welcome Sarah to the team as OWC's new Writer & Content Specialist.
Please join us in welcoming her!
Read Sarah's welcome blog: oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2025/07/31/welcome-to-sarah
We are excited to welcome Sarah to the team as OWC's new Writer & Content Specialist.
Please join us in welcoming her!
Read Sarah's welcome blog: oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2025/07/31/welcome-to-sarah
"Southern Alberta has enjoyed plenty of rain in the past few weeks. But while that rain has been a boon to many, drought conditions persist."
This video interview provides a look at the current drought conditions and features OWC's Executive Director, Shannon Frank.
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This video interview provides a look at the current drought conditions and features OWC's Executive Director, Shannon Frank.
www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/vide...
Drought conditions persisting in southern Alberta despite rain
Southern Alberta has enjoyed plenty of rain in the past few weeks. But while that rain has been a boon to many, drought conditions persist.
www.ctvnews.ca
July 30, 2025 at 8:02 PM
"Southern Alberta has enjoyed plenty of rain in the past few weeks. But while that rain has been a boon to many, drought conditions persist."
This video interview provides a look at the current drought conditions and features OWC's Executive Director, Shannon Frank.
www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/vide...
This video interview provides a look at the current drought conditions and features OWC's Executive Director, Shannon Frank.
www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/vide...
Our newest blog is up!
In it, we take a dive into everything bees in southern Alberta! Recommended reading! 🐝
Check it out now:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
In it, we take a dive into everything bees in southern Alberta! Recommended reading! 🐝
Check it out now:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
Bumble Bees of Lethbridge — Oldman Watershed Council
Get to know our local bumble bees! This blog is a shortened version of Jessenia Buzunis-Delagneau’s “Bumble Bees of Lethbridge, Alberta” guide, which summarizes her 2024 thesis project.
oldmanwatershed.ca
July 14, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Our newest blog is up!
In it, we take a dive into everything bees in southern Alberta! Recommended reading! 🐝
Check it out now:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...
In it, we take a dive into everything bees in southern Alberta! Recommended reading! 🐝
Check it out now:
oldmanwatershed.ca/blog-posts/2...