Canada Water Act

The Canada Water Act (French: Loi sur les ressources en eau du Canada) is a statute of the Government of Canada. It specifies the framework for cooperation between the provinces and territories of Canada and for the development and use of Canada's water resources. ^[1] This includes research, planning and implementation of programs relating to the conservation of Canadian waterways.^[2]

Canada Water Act
Parliament of Canada
Long title An Act to provide for the management of the water resources of Canada, including research and the planning and implementation of programs relating to the conservation, development and utilization of water resources
Citation	R.S.C., 1985, c. C-11
Royal assent	September 30, 1970
Status: Current legislation

Description

The Act recognizes the increased use and development of Canadian water resources and the connection between Canada's water resources and the health, well-being, and prosperity of Canadians.^[2]

The Act received royal assent on September 30, 1970.