The Council of Canadians U of A Chapter is hosting two special advance screenings of the new film Bottled Life: Nestle's Business with Water. The film explores Nestle’s global water business and the impacts Nestlé is having on communities around the world.
When it comes to water, it’s pay attention or possibly pay up.
Every month when I receive my power and natural gas bills, I am reminded how deregulation has failed Albertans.
Deregulation was supposed to bring competition to the market, giving consumers more choice and ultimately saving us all money.
“Nothing could be further from the truth” than the suggestion that the provincial government is planning to create a water market for international corporate interests, said Andy Ridge, director of water policy for Alberta Environment. Read more »
A provincial government proposal to market Alberta’s water could lead to multinational corporations owning a life-sustaining resource, a public advocate says. Read more »
In some parts of the U.S., says Jeremy Schmidt, citizens can sue their government if it's not safeguarding their water supply for the public good.
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EDMONTON - A report by the Parkland Institute suggests Alberta shouldn't consider expanding water markets.
The public policy researcher says doing so would harm the environment, restrict the public's access to water and disadvantage First Nations communities. Read more »
Alternative Water Futures
The need for non-market solutions to Alberta’s water crisis
Alternative Water Futures
The need for non-market solutions to Alberta’s water crisis
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