Incorporated as a not-for-profit society in 2007, the Alberta Water Council is a multi-stakeholder partnership with 24 members from governments, industry, and non-governmental organizations. Its primary task is to monitor and steward the implementation of Alberta’s Water for Life strategy and to champion the achievement of its three outcomes:
- safe, secure drinking water supply
- healthy aquatic ecosystems
- reliable, quality water supplies for a sustainable economy
The Alberta Water Council brings together the expertise and experience of its members, under a consensus based partnership. Their mission is to provide leadership and advocacy to engage and empower individuals, organizations, businesses and governments to achieve the outcomes of the Water for Life strategy.
The Council is guided by a vision of all Albertans as water stewards, working together to ensure safe, healthy and abundant water for a high quality of life for future generations.
The Council, individually and collectively, values: collaboration, fairness, innovation, respect, timeliness, transparency and trust.
Individuals or organizations who wish to request the services of the Council in resolving an issue or concern may do so by submitting a Statement of Opportunity to the board.
Member meetings take place quarterly and executive summaries and notes are posted to the website. Project management, communication and administrative expertise are provided by staff in the Edmonton office.
The Council operates according to its process guidelines, which are based on its bylaws as required by the Societies Act.