City says testing and monitoring continue to meet provincial standards
The City of Prince Albert has released its 2025 Drinking Water Quality and Compliance Report, confirming that the municipality continues to meet or exceed provincial drinking water standards while maintaining compliance with regulatory monitoring and sampling requirements.
The report provides residents with an overview of the City’s drinking water quality performance from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, 2025, including details on testing procedures, regulatory compliance, and operational reporting obligations tied to Saskatchewan’s water management framework.
Municipal officials said the annual disclosure is required under provincial regulations overseen by the Saskatchewan Water Security Agency and the Ministry of Environment. Waterworks owners across the province are obligated to notify consumers each year about the quality of water produced and supplied to households and businesses.
Annual report outlines regulatory compliance
According to the City, the report also details its performance in submitting mandatory water samples in accordance with the Minister’s Order and the City’s Permit to Operate a Waterworks.
“The City of Prince Albert has released its 2025 Drinking Water Quality and Compliance Report, providing residents with a summary of the City’s water quality performance and compliance with regulatory sampling requirements from January 1 to December 31, 2025.”
The City noted that the 2025 report was completed on April 24, 2026, and confirmed continued compliance with provincial drinking water regulations.
“This year’s report, completed on April 24, 2026, confirms that the City continues to meet or exceed provincial water quality standards. Regular testing and monitoring are in place to ensure the safety and reliability of Prince Albert’s drinking water.”
Water testing remains ongoing throughout the year
The report highlights the City’s ongoing water quality monitoring program, which includes regular sampling and laboratory analysis designed to ensure treated drinking water remains safe for public consumption.
Municipal water systems in Saskatchewan are subject to oversight from both the Water Security Agency and the Ministry of Environment, with operators required to conduct routine testing for microbiological, chemical, and operational indicators.
The City said the annual notice is intended to provide transparency for residents regarding the quality and safety of the local drinking water supply, while also demonstrating compliance with provincial operational requirements.
Residents can access full report online
Residents interested in reviewing the complete Annual Notice to Consumer report can access it through the City’s website or by contacting the Water Treatment Plant directly.
“Residents interested in reviewing the full Annual Notice to Consumer report can access it on the City’s website or by contacting the Water Treatment Plant directly.”
The City also directed residents seeking more information on provincial water monitoring obligations to consult the Saskatchewan Water Security Agency’s Municipal Drinking Water Quality Monitoring Guidelines, EPB 502, published in June 2015.
Provincial standards guide municipal operations
Saskatchewan municipalities are required to maintain strict operational and reporting standards for drinking water systems, including regular submission of water quality samples and public disclosure of compliance information.
The Prince Albert report indicates the City remains in good standing with provincial regulators and continues to operate within established safety and monitoring requirements.
For residents and businesses, the findings provide assurance that the City’s drinking water system continues to function within provincial guidelines while maintaining ongoing testing and oversight designed to protect public health.