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The Bog

The Bog is where thoughts, opinions, discussion pieces, and action converge. Influential thinkers from the water community are invited to share their insights on current or controversial water topics. Please note that the views expressed herein are those of the authors, and do not necessarily reflect the position of the Alberta WaterPortal.

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Bill Wahl: Flood Recovery and/or Flood Prevention

Jul 24, 2013

The following is an open letter addressed to the citizens of Alberta, from Bill Wahl of Medicine Hat. The letter expresses how Mr. Wahl has been affected by floods, but also points […]

Keep Them Out Of The Floodways by Don Barnett

Jul 15, 2013

The following is a speech given by Don Barnett to the Inland Waters Directorate of Environment Canada in 1976. Don Barnett was mayor of Rapid City, South Dakota during one […]

Join Our Discussion: How can Alberta prevent future flooding?

Jul 9, 2013

The rain may have stopped, but flooding in Alberta is not over. We’re continuing the conversation on the Alberta WaterPortal and wanting to hear what you think. The below excerpt […]

How’s the Water?

May 9, 2013

Republished with permission of the publisher from the April 2013 PEG magazine.You can view original article by clicking here (2.42 MB) Ten years in, Alberta’s innovation Water for Life strategy […]

Andy Ridge: Our Water. Our Future. A Conversation with Albertans.

Feb 26, 2013

Albertans are passionate about water.   From majestic mountain waterfalls to astonishing coulees, Alberta’s diverse landscapes inspire and draw tourists from all over the globe.  Citizens, communities, businesses, and the agricultural […]