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$2 million over two years. !is is an additional
$1.4 million over two years to support RMs
with channel clearing activities.
Channel clearing involves removing beaver
dams, debris, trees and shrubs, and the
removal of silt and blow dirt from and along
natural channels, lessening the possibilities of
blockages that can cause flooding and damage
to infrastructure.
Obstructed creeks and channels cause "ooding
and erosion problems to many RMs and local
landowners. !is program supports RMs in
the removal of these obstructions.
“Our members welcome the news of this
timely additional support for a needed program,
especially as we enter the spring season,”
said Ray Orb, president of the Saskatchewan
Association of Rural Municipalities. “Our communities
are concerned not only about proactively
dealing with situations like "ooding, but
also practicing good water management that
protects our ratepayers’ investments.”
Clearing dense vegetation can also reduce
unwanted nutrients from water bodies and is
an essential component of any long-term water
management plan.
Channel clearing involves removing
beaver dams, debris, trees and shrubs,
and the removal of silt and blow dirt from
and along natural channels, lessening the
possibilities of blockages that can cause
flooding and damage to infrastructure.
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Government announces
increased funding for
channel clearing
Premier Sco# Moe recently announced $2 million
over two years in funding to expand channel
clearing for rural municipalities across
Saskatchewan.
“As we work through economic recovery,
investments in our communities will
help build our future,” said Moe. “Increased
funding for water management in rural communities
will not only help protect essential infrastructure
but also help our producers grow
Saskatchewan’s economy.”
!e Water Security Agency originally budgeted
$600,000 over two years for channel
clearing. !is increase in funding will allow for
the program to grow to $500,000 for the 2020–
21 $scal year. In 2021–22, funding will increase
again to $1.5 million for a total investment of
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