Over 80 collaborators contributed to this massive report, which uses interactive maps to make our latest version of the State of the Watershed the most interactive yet! This living document can be updated as new information becomes available – please reach out to us with additions or suggestions of what you would like to see in the State of the Bow River Watershed Report. Check it our here: State of the Watershed — Bow River Basin Council

The Science Committee provides leadership and technical guidance on scientific research, data collection, and watershed monitoring initiatives within the Bow River Basin. It organizes the annual BRBC Science Forum and support citizen science projects, including groundwater well monitoring. The committee advises the Board of Directors on emerging scientific issues and contributes to projects like the ongoing Sate of the Watershed Report.
For more information, or to join the Science Committee, click here!

In collaboration with the Elbow River Watershed Partnership (ERWP), and Alberta Parks, the BRBC helps deliver this outdoor program for Grade 8 and 9 students. Students are field scientists for the day; collecting data from the Elbow River while exploring the land-water connection, beneficial management practices, and what it means to be a good steward of the land. CLICK HERE To book your classroom, or for more information.

The BRBC is exploring capacity building for water testing with the Nakoda Community and the Nakoda Youth Council. With support from Alberta Ecotrust, this project has been an incredible learning experience; navigating the challenges and protocols of an Indigenous-led water project, while empowering youth to engage in community science as a way to enhance one’s connection to the land and water. If you, or someone you know, may be interested in supporting this initiative, please contact Joe Fowler: joe.fowler@brbc.ab.ca

The Watershed Stewardship Coordination Committee acts as a hub for collaboration among stewardship groups, environmental organizations, government agencies, and individuals working within the Bow River Basin. It facilitates regular meetings and hosts the annual Watershed Stewardship Forum to share knowledge, coordinate projects, and strengthen collective efforts to protect and restore watershed health. This committee fosters partnerships and supports community-driven conservation.
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This committee develops and delivers education programs, public outreach, and communications strategies to raise awareness and inspire stewardship of the Bow River Basin. It produces newsletters, reports, and digital content, and coordinates events to engage a wide audience form school groups to community members on watershed health and conservation.
For more information, or to join the Education and Communications Committee, click here!

BRBC supports CABIN monitoring (Canadian Aquatic Biomonitoring Network) in the Elbow Valley. CABIN is a national, standardized program for assessing freshwater health to monitor and manage our watershed in partnership with ERWP.
Through CABIN, we collect and analyze aquatic invertebrate data, a reliable indicator of water quality, using consistent protocols recognized across Canada. This science-based approach allows us to track ecosystem health, guide resource management, support biodiversity research, and collaborate with communities and academia to protect our rivers for the future.

Co-chaired by community members, this committee reviews on municipal, provincial, and federal water legislation and polices that affect watershed management in the Bow River Basin. It also hosts annual workshops to engage stakeholders on current watershed topics such as flood management and aggregate approvals.
For more information, or to join the Legislation and Policy Committee, click here!

Focused on empowering the next generation of watershed stewards, this committee engages students and early-career professionals through educational tours, workshops, and leadership opportunities. It supports youth participation in BRBC events and initiatives, helping to cultivate skills, knowledge, and networks necessary for future watershed leadership.
For more information, or to join the Youth and Young Professionals Committee, click here!

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