With one winner announced from each of the Canadian Provinces - a team, including Geography and Environmental Management researcher Mike Stone, from The Southern Rockies Watershed Project (SRWP) has been selected for the province of Alberta.
The award, presented to community groups, businesses, partnerships, and institutions recognizes outstanding achievement, innovative practice and leadership in the area of water stewardship.
Dr. Monica Emelko, a professor in Civil and Environmental Engineering is also part of the SRWP.
“On behalf of Canada’s Premiers, I congratulate the recipients for their commitment to improving stewardship of our priceless water resources,” said Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne, Chair of the Council of the Federation. “These organizations play a vital role in championing innovation, protecting water quality and promoting conservation.”
Each recipient receives a trophy, monetary prize and certificate signed by the Premier of their province or territory.