Water in Vancouver

Term Paper # 100245

Canadian Studies
Environmental Studies > Economics and Policy
Environmental Studies > Environmental Problems

Water in Vancouver

An analysis of the environmental concerns surrounding Vancouver's drinking water.

914 words () | 5 sources | APA | 2007 United States

Paper Summary:

This paper discusses the bacteria content and safety of the drinking water in Vancouver, Canada. It looks at how the environment can affect one's drinking water and what needs to be done to prevent bacteria from entering the water we drink. The paper then discusses what individuals can do to help the community improve the safety of drinking water.

From the Paper:

"Vancouver's water system has experienced problems in the past. For instance, bacteria in the water can be a health risk. Bacteria can affect drinking water if it is not prevented. "Unfiltered surface water supplies have the potential of containing the protozoan pathogens Giardia and Cryptosporidium" (Water 7). In fact, this has occurred in the past such as during the late 1920's. Since this time, environmental concerns have been addressed by many communities in Canada and the United States. Canada is concerned about improving water and sanitation in the region (ADB Taking New Directions). While Vancouver gets much of its water from Eagle Lake and Montizambert Creek, testing for bacteria is required. Samples are tested for bacteria, physical and chemical parameters including metals as well as samples for fecal coliform, total coliforms, and E.coli (2005 Drinking Water ii)."

Sample of Sources Used:

"2005 Drinking Water Quality Annual Report." November 13, 2006. <http://www.westvancouver.ca/article.asp?a=4600&c=873>.
"ADB Taking New Directions in Ensuring Water and Sanitation." November 14, 2006. <http://www.adb.org/Media/Articles/2006/10101-regional-water/>.
"Water & Utilities 2005." November 13, 2006. <http://www.westvancouver.ca/article.asp?a=2492&c=913>.
"Water & Utilities 2006." November 13, 2006. <http://www.westvancouver.ca/article.asp?a=2492&c=913>.
"Water Conservation Inside the Home/The District of West Vancouver." November 13, 2006. <http://www.westvancouver.ca/article.asp?a=3307&c=871>.