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The 1-3 and 2-4 month forecasts are based upon an ensemble of 40 model runs. Probabilistic forecasts, which give estimates of the probability that the seasonal mean will be above, near, or below normal are also provided for the 1-3 and 2-4 month periods. Forecasts for 4–6, 7-9 and 10–12 months are produced with a statistical method.
Wetlands play an important role in Canadian in ecosystem functioning as they protect coastal areas from erosion; regulate water from large floods; prevent toxic sediments and substances from getting into groundwater; provide habitats for various species; participate and contribute to the water cycle; and serve as a natural storage base for carbon.
Water resource policy varies by region and is dependent on water availability or scarcity, the condition of aquatic systems, and regional needs for water. [5] Since water basins do not align with national borders, water resource policy is also determined by international agreements, also known as hydropolitics. [6]
The Journal of Water Resources Planning and Management is a monthly scientific journal of engineering published by the American Society of Civil Engineers since 1943. The journal covers the development of methods, theories, and applications to current administrative, economic, engineering, planning, and social issues as they apply to water resources management.
The journal was established in 1964 as Water Resources Update and obtained its current title in 2004. The journal is abstracted and indexed in the Emerging Sources Citation Index. The editors-in-chief are Karl Williard and Jackie Crim (Southern Illinois University).
The Canada Water Act (French: Loi sur les ressources en eau du Canada) is a statute of the Government of Canada.It specifies the framework for cooperation between the provinces and territories of Canada and for the development and use of Canada's water resources.
Business associations The Canadian Water and Waste water Association (CWWA), established in 1986, is a non-profit national body representing the common interests of Canada's public sector municipal water and waste water services and their private sector suppliers and partners. CWWA is recognized by the federal government and national bodies as ...
The Canada Water Agency is not a law enforcement agency, nor does it directly wield any regulatory power. Instead, it focuses on coordination and funding. It also provides policy advice and expertise, an example of which is the modernization of the Canada Water Act, the agency's first major initiative. [6] [13]