Keeping the North Saskatchewan from the Headwaters to the Forks
North Saskatchewan Riverkeeper
is dedicated to protecting the lakes, rivers, and streams throughout the North Saskatchewan watershed – right from the Rocky Mountain headwaters to the forks, where the North and South Saskatchewan rivers meet.
North Saskatchewan Riverkeeper
is a proud partner of Swim Drink Fish Canada and a licensed member of the Waterkeeper Alliance. Together, we protect the North Saskatchewan watershed through education and advocacy using digital media, law, culture, and science.
The Latest from NSRK's Blog
What is Enterococci and Why Should I Care?
This September I’m putting on my watershoes, zipping up my PFD, and dipping bottles into the river, all in the name of Enterococci (pronounced en-tr-oh-kaa-kai). I’m going down to Terwillegar Park and Accidental... Read more
Water Testing on the North Saskatchewan River
We are very excited to announce that the North Saskatchewan Riverkeeper will once again test the water quality of the North Saskatchewan River! The Edmonton Community Monitoring Program was made possible by a... Read more
Understanding Water Treatment + Wastewater Treatment
If you live in Edmonton, there is a strong chance that you already know that your drinking water comes from the North Saskatchewan River and that your wastewater gets discharged into it following... Read more
What’s your Watermark?
As long as I can remember I have been coming to Turtle Lake, Saskatchewan. My mom’s family has owned land on the lake since the early 30s, and we are lucky to share... Read more