Canada agrees to transfer responsibility for water and wastewater services to First Nations Water Authority

On June 23, 2020, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Indigenous Services, and the Atlantic First Nations Water Authority (AFNWA) signed a framework agreement that creates a path for the transfer of water and wastewater services for 15 First Nations communities in Atlantic Canada from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) to the AFNWA.

The agreement advances a new First Nations-led service delivery model and represents a step towards self-determination and greater control for First Nations over service delivery in their communities. The framework agreement represents a key milestone as the AFNWA continues to work towards full autonomous operations by Spring 2022. Access release.

Canadian Water and Wastewater Association