Programs & Projects
Abandoned Well Capping
To maintain present groundwater quality and the removal of hazards to people and livestock. CAWD will cap your well at 'No Charge'!
Well Shock Chlorination
CAWD can shock chlorinate your wells using provincial and federal guidelines for $50 per well, all inclusive. Only available May - October (Weather permitting)
Beaver Levellers
50/50 Cost share to a maximum of $1,000 and technical assistance for installation of levellers.
Forage Seed Assistance
Provide financial assistance of $20 per acres, maximum of 25 acres. **Epinette/Willow Subdistrict $30 per acre to a maximum of 50 acres.
Well Establishment
50% of the cost to a maximum of $1,000 for new wells being drilled. (1 time only incentive)
Fencing
Financial assistance of 50% up to $500 with the cost of fencing supplies, for extended, exclusion or rotational grazing.
Off Site Watering Trial
A solar powered water trough is available for a two week trial period. Trough comes fully equipped and will be delivered and setup by staff. Cost $100 damage deposit.
Fencing
Financial assistance of 50% up to $500 with the cost of fencing supplies, for extended, exclusion or rotational grazing.
Well Head Remediation
Provide financial assistance of 50%, up to $500 for costs incurred in upgrading wellheads, removing old pumps and associated materials.
Tree Planter and Mulch Applicator
We can provide the use of a tree planter and or mulch applicator for a rental fee of $50 per day per item.
Trees/Shelterbelts & Mulch
50% rebate of cost of mulch , up to $500. (Epinette/Willow Subdistrict only)
50% cost share for trees up to $1500 for 2-10 acre lots; up to $3,000 for holdings over 10 acres in size.
Projects
Examples include: Alternate Watering Systems; Livestock Crossings; Grass Waterways; Small Dams and Erosion Control.