News & Research
Independent journalism and peer-reviewed research on water access in Manitoba First Nations, alongside our own field reporting.
Independent reporting and research on Manitoba's First Nations water crisis, published by outlets and institutions outside Safe Streams Initiative.
Linked articles are published by independent outlets and researchers, not by Safe Streams Initiative. We share them because they document the same gap our field teams see every day.
Original stories and analysis from our field teams and research desk.
Research
Research shows that water leaving treatment plants on reserves is often safe, but stored cistern water is far more likely to contain bacteria due to cracks and low chlorine levels. Here's how our Cistern Sanitation Squads are tackling this direct-to-home issue.
Milestones
Recent federal investments have helped communities like Long Plain First Nation and Berens River lift long-term advisories — but short-term advisories and off-grid homes still require urgent grassroots support.
Community
Meet the local technicians keeping reserve water systems running, and learn how our Youth Apprenticeship program is creating career pathways in environmental science for Indigenous youth.
