Morden, Winkler, and the RM of Stanley are working together to reduce water consumption in light of the extreme drought conditions in the region.
As a result, a new program to provide rain barrels at a cost-shared rate to residents has been developed.
Read More »Rain Barrel Program
I have ripped out nearly all my sod (which was just put in last year) and instead put in rocks and fake plants and trees which do not require watering.
Read More »Yard Water Conservation tip from Andrea
We often have visitors who don’t finish their water drink… Especially kids. So we now collect that water in a special pitcher to water our house plants. Before we used to just dump it in the sink. How wasteful! Make sure you submit your tips… Read More »Home Water Conservation Tip from Tara
It’s a popular one at the lake and everyone can do this with little impact on anyone else. Put up a little sign by the toilet that says “In the land of fun and sun we never flush for number one”. So much water is… Read More »Home Water Conservation Tip from Carolyn
The cities of Morden and Winkler, along with the RM of Stanley, have each recently declared a State of Drought Emergency as per a recommendation from the Pembina Valley Water Coop (PVWC). This declaration was resolved to emphasize the severity of the situation we are facing as well as to open additional communication with higher levels of government as we work towards both immediate strategies as well as long-term solutions.
Read More »Joint media release from Morden, Winkler, Stanley – State of Drought Emergency