SASKATCHEWAN

Water Security Agency

Water supporting a growing economy, a healthy environment and a strong quality of life for all Saskatchewan people.

The Water Security Agency is a unique organization in Canada – bringing together the majority of government’s core water management responsibilities in one place. When it comes to water resources, we provide a one window service for Saskatchewan citizens.

September 26, 2024
Westside Irrigation Rehabilitation Project to Create $5.9 Billion Impact

Today, the Government of Saskatchewan released the Economic Analysis for the Westside Irrigation Rehabilitation Project (WIRP), the first part of the overall Lake Diefenbaker Irrigation Projects. The analysis was done […]

August 7, 2024
Key Water Infrastructure Projects Starting in Southwest Saskatchewan

The Water Security Agency (WSA) is investing more than $2 million in the design and construction work on five water infrastructure projects in Southwest Saskatchewan. These projects will strengthen dams, […]

July 25, 2024
Stantec and MPE Engineering Firms Selected for Westside Irrigation Rehabilitation Project

Today, the Government of Saskatchewan announced the awarding of the next planning and engineering design work for Westside Irrigation Rehabilitation Project (WIRP) to Prairie Engineering Partners, a joint venture from […]

Recent Advisories

July 10, 2024
Be Aware of Blue-Green Algae  

As temperatures increase this summer and the recreational season begins, the Water Security Agency (WSA) is reminding the public to be cautious around blue-green algae in lakes and reservoirs. Blue-green […]

June 28, 2024
Rainfall Event to Continue into the Weekend with Increased Flows in West Central Saskatchewan

The Water Security Agency (WSA) is advising the public of increased flows on smaller rivers and creeks. This is a result of the significant weather system last night which will […]

June 27, 2024
Rainfall Event to Increase Flows in West Central Saskatchewan

The Water Security Agency (WSA) is advising the public of a significant weather system likely to bring heavy rain and increased flow to Saskatchewan. Heavier rain is forecasted for areas […]