2026 First Nations Water Leadership Award – Submit Your Nomination

2026 First Nations Water Leadership Award

Nominations are now open for the 2026 First Nations Water Leadership Award — a national recognition honouring First Nations individuals and teams who are leading the way in improving water access and ensuring clean, safe water for generations to come.

Safe water is essential to community health, cultural continuity, and future prosperity. Across First Nations communities, dedicated leaders are working tirelessly to strengthen water systems, protect source water, improve infrastructure, and build local capacity. This award shines a well-deserved spotlight on those efforts.

Celebrating Water Leadership

The National First Nations Water Leadership Award recognizes those who:

• Improve access to clean and safe drinking water

• Strengthen water system management and infrastructure

• Protect and steward water for future generations

• Build community capacity and knowledge around water

These leaders are helping shape stronger, healthier communities through their commitment to water sustainability and access.

Submit a Nomination

Do you know someone making a meaningful impact in First Nations water access? Now is the time to recognize their work.

You can submit your nomination for the 2026 award through Indigenous Services Canada:

🔗 Submit a nomination here:
https://sac-isc.gc.ca/eng/1700069379135/1700069413387

We are proud to support this important recognition and encourage community members to help celebrate the individuals and teams who are creating lasting change.

Let’s honour those who are ensuring clean, safe water today — and protecting it for the generations yet to come. 💧