CBCL Wins ACWWA Award for City of Saint John Emergency Watershed Pumping Project

CBCL, in collaboration with the City of Saint John, has been awarded the Atlantic Canada Water & Wastewater Association (ACWWA) Project of the Year – Medium Utility for its work on the Emergency Watershed Pumping and Watershed Yield Assessment initiative.

This project was launched in response to the 2024 drought in Saint John, which underscored the increasing likelihood of low rainfall in future years due to climate change. Recognizing the urgency, the City sought a proactive and actionable plan to safeguard its water supply during drought conditions.

When water levels in Lake Latimer and Robertson Lake fall below sustainable thresholds, the city’s water system faces significant risk. CBCL addressed this challenge by designing a solution that integrates additional pumping infrastructure to redirect water from the Loch Lomond Watershed—an area previously unable to flow into Robertson Lake. This innovative strategy is now part of a broader climate resilience framework aimed at protecting Saint John’s water supply.

The project exemplifies CBCL’s commitment to  keeping “Tomorrow in Mind”, building on its legacy of impact in the region, including its pivotal role in the Safe, Clean Drinking Water Project during the mid-2010s. CBCL is proud to continue supporting the City of Saint John in ensuring a reliable and sustainable water future.