No trends were discernible for either pollutant in other parts of the country.251 For the majority of Canadians, water quality is considered to be safe, with 85% of Canadians receiving their water supply from treated municipal water works.253 Nevertheless, there are still challenges to be addressed, particularly in small and remote communities and on First Nations reserves.254
De nombreux prix nationaux et internationaux de reconnaissance ont été décernés à cette initiative. De plus, Diversification de l’économie de l’Ouest Canada s’en est inspiré pour conclure des accords semblables dans d’autres villes de l’Ouest canadien255, 256, 257.