Rural Water Watch

Rural Water Watch is a Canadian registered charity focused on helping rural communities, particularly in Nova Scotia, protect and maintain their drinking water sources. The organization operates under the business registration number 750466534RR0001.

Mission and Activities

Rural Water Watch is committed to empowering rural well owners by addressing the challenges associated with ensuring safe and clean drinking water. Their efforts include organizing community-based water sampling projects, providing resources on water quality, and conducting education workshops. The organization helps in removing barriers to water testing, which is crucial for maintaining healthy wells.

Community Projects

One of the notable initiatives of Rural Water Watch is the well disinfection project in southwest Nova Scotia, which involves communities like Shelburne, Weymouth Falls, and Greenville. This project highlights the organization's efforts to improve water safety and accessibility at the local level.

Partnerships

Rural Water Watch collaborates with various organizations to enhance its reach and impact. Notably, it works with The ENRICH Project, a community-based research initiative focused on environmental racism in Mi'kmaq and African Nova Scotian communities. Additionally, it partners with the South End Environmental Injustice Society (SEED), a community initiative addressing environmental injustices in Shelburne.

Recognition

Rural Water Watch is recognized by the Canada Revenue Agency as a registered charity, complying with all necessary requirements. This status allows the organization to receive donations and operate transparently within the Canadian nonprofit sector.