Hidden recommendations, systemic issues found in inspection into Calgary’s water utility

Hidden recommendations, systemic issues found in inspection into Calgary’s water utility

November 5, 2026 6:07 pm MST.

An inspection into Calgary’s water system has found evidence of systemic issues within city administration and a decade-old report that saw some recommendations on how to improve the water utility hidden from council. Jillian Code reports.

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