Resources
Stay informed about the future of public water in Ontario.
Browse recent coverage, expert analysis, and legal commentary on water governance, public ownership, accountability, and emerging privatization concerns. These resources help explain what’s happening and why it matters.
Who Comes First: Communities or Corporate Interests?
A new legal opinion from UBC law professor Joel Bakan argues that Bill 98 moves Ontario’s water systems into a corporate model where profitability becomes the primary legal obligation. Critics warn this could weaken local control, reduce public accountability, and make future privatization easier.
Water Is A Public Good. Why Turn It Into A Corporation?
The Council of Canadians is calling for the full repeal of Bill 98 and Ontario’s Water and Wastewater Public Corporations Act. They argue that placing water systems under a corporate model risks prioritizing financial interests over public needs and opens the door to future privatization.