Water Restrictions in effect as Calgary enters home stretch of feeder main work

City-wide Stage 4 water restrictions are in effect as crews begin work to connect the new Bearspaw South Feeder Main to the City water system. This is one of the final steps before the new pipe is complete. The restrictions are expected to last approximately four weeks. Once the pipe is connected, we will need to fill, flush, and conduct water quality testing before the pipe is put into service in December. Calgarians, along with our neighbours in Airdrie, Chestermere, Strathmore and Tsuut'ina Nation are asked to help reduce water use by: Not using water outdoors, including no outdoor flooding of skating rinks. Running dishwashers and washing machines only with full loads. Flushing toilets only when needed. Taking shorter showers, aiming for three minutes or less. Water restrictions apply to all residents and businesses. We’re also asking everyone to help spread the word with family, friends, coworkers, and neighbours. Why restrictions are needed To safely connect the new pipe to our water system, the existing feeder main must be temporarily shut down, significantly reducing the amount of water that can be distributed across Calgary and the region. During this time, The City will r

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