The Water Resources Management Division is responsible for water resources management as per provisions of the Environmental Protection Act and the Water Resources Act. The Division has programs to protect, enhance, conserve, develop, control and effectively utilize the water resources of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Drinking Water and Groundwater
drinking water quality data, boil water advisories and non-consumption orders, protected water supplies, water well information, well driller licensing
Community Water and Wastewater, and Operator Training
drinking water and wastewater infrastructure, water / wastewater operator training, COVID wastewater surveillance
Water and Climate Monitoring
ambient and real time water quality monitoring, streamflow and water level monitoring, climate and weather monitoring, UAV
Flooding
community floodplain mapping, flood forecasting, provincial flood management strategy, flood awareness
Permits, Licenses, Acts and Guidelines
permit and license applications, issued permits and licenses, legislation, regulations, guidelines, policies
Water Rights, Availability, Investigations and Complaints
water rights registry, water related issues and complaints, guidance for working around water
Maps / GIS
interactive map of water resources, flooding risk, water rights, public water supplies, drinking water data etc.
Dam Safety
information on the safe management of dams used for water supplies, hydro power, tailings management, stormwater ponds, etc.
Reports, Publications and Outreach
consultant studies, research, papers, investigations, educational outreach, NL Water Resources on Youtube
FAQ
frequently asked questions
News and Highlights
recent news and highlights