We’re Making Waves

 

We’re making waves—follow along in real time! From big announcements to game-changing events and AquaNation success stories, this is your hub for all things fresh and flowing.

 

Stay connected. Stay inspired. Dive in!

 

 

Featured blogs

For a Secure and Prosperous Future: Water as a Strategic ...

By  AquaAction    On 26 September 2025
Water, our most precious resource, is more than just an environmental issue. It is at the heart of our national sovereignty, economic security, and even a defense imperative. ...

Keeping our rivers and lakes safe and healthy: meet Ozero ...

By  AquaAction    On 26 September 2025
What if all it took to prevent ecological harm to our waterways was to wash a boat? Matys Tessier, Olivier Liberge, and Maxime Guay co-founded Ozero Solutions with that goal in ...

Meet Sulys: Three Young Innovators Combining Passion for ...

By  AquaAction    On 11 July 2025
What happens when a lifelong passion for protecting water meets cutting-edge digital innovation? For Louis-Philippe Noël and Maxime Miville Deschênes, it sparked a bold idea. One ...

AquaAction in the news

The rise of blue entrepreneurship
The rise of blue entrepreneurship
Outlet: Les affaires
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Description: Water management will become a paramount challenge in Quebec and elsewhere.
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Federal freshwater agency stares down budget cuts
Federal freshwater agency stares down budget cuts
Outlet: National Observer
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Description: A federal agency tasked with protecting Canada's freshwater resource is at risk of budget cuts, much to the dismay of water experts and some opposition MPs.
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Water security: transforming challenges into opportunities
Water security: transforming challenges into opportunities
Outlet: Canada’s National Observer
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Description: Canada hasn't yet declared water a matter of national security, but the urgency is clear.
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News Releases

AquaHacking Prairies Finalists Paving the Way for a ...

   On 7 October 2025
Montreal, Quebec – October 7, 2025 – The AquaHacking Prairies Challenge has reached its semi-final milestone, with five teams of young innovators advancing to the Finale. In a ...

New Binational Program to Tackle Great Lakes and St. Lawrence ...

   On 5 October 2025
Quebec City, Quebec - October 5th, 2025 —The Conference of Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers (GSGP) today announced a new partnership with AquaAction to co-host ...

AquaAction Heralds Debut in Michigan Mobilizing Watertech ...

   On 2 October 2025
Detroit, MI – Oct 2, 2025 – The newly established water tech charity held back-to-back events in the state today to jumpstart water tech innovators and potential investors. The ...

Events

WEFTEC-to-Michigan Trade Mission 2025 

 

September 29 - October 2

 

AquaAction is leading a trade mission with 12 water tech startups from WEFTEC in Chicago to high-value stops in Michigan, unlocking investor networks, innovation tours, and the exciting launch of our new office in the United States.

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Official launch of AquaAction’s new office

 

October 2

 

Join us in Detroit to celebrate the launch of AquaAction's new office at the Urban Tech Xchange, where innovators and leaders will unite to secure our water future.

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Hope is
in our
community

 

Events are the heart of our mission, bringing together passionate individuals and innovative minds to take action to address water challenges head-on. While hope is an essential motivator, it will not create a better future - only our actions will! Our goal is to inspire you to connect, learn, and collaborate to advance freshwater solutions.

Past events

AquaAction launches AquaNation and AquaEntrepreneur Quebec 2025!

 

Our family of water tech innovators is growing! Learn about the official launch of the AquaNation and the 15 Quebec entrepreneurs who have been welcomed into the AquaEntrepreneur 2025 program!

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AquaAction to take part in Americana!

 

Discover six AquaEntrepreneurs who are changing the world, one innovation at a time.

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Business delegation to Arizona

 

12 AquaEntrepreneurs will be taking part in a private delegation to Arizona, organized by AquaAction in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Arizona Commerce Authority, to expand the reach and impact of these entrepreneurs into the United States.

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AQUACAMP

 

Under the theme "Towards Accelerated Impact," this event will bring together key players in innovation as well as the entrepreneurs from our current cohort for a day dedicated to learning, collaboration, and networking. The audience will primarily consist of 45 AquaEntrepreneurs who have founded companies in the freshwater sector, along with about twenty municipal and industry representatives and decision-makers.

 

*French Itinerary Here*

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SIIViM

 

AquaAction and 12 enterprises are heading to the 2024 edition of SIIViM from October 8th to 10th in the City of Drummondville, Quebec! More than 100 exhibitors will showcase their innovative solutions addressing municipal challenges. See us at booth X to discover how our #AquaNation is leading the way in water innovation. 

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WEFTEC Exhibition & Conference

 

AquaAction will be attending the annual WEFTEC Exhibition & Conference in New Orleans from October 5th to 9th! Participants will engage in diverse activities, offering significant opportunities to advance their careers, develop skills, and discover innovations. Don't miss out on this transformative experience!

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One Young World 2024 Montréal Summit

 

AquaAction will be sending 5 young leaders to participate in the annual One Young World Montreal Summit from September 18th to 21st. The Opening Ceremony will take place at the Bell Centre and the Summit at the Palais des Congrès de Montréal. Get ready for an inspiring journey of innovation, learning and impact! 

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IWA: World Water Congress & Exhibition​

 

Save the date, Toronto! August 12th to 15th AquaAction’s delegation of 19 enterprises are heading to the IWA World Water Congress & Exhibition at the Metro Toronto Convention Center. Learn how the #AquaNation is driving impact for water. 

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