The Sacredness of Water in Métis Culture

In the September Federation newsletter, guest writer Michelle Woodhouse describes how water holds a profound spiritual significance in Métis culture and tradition which “depict water as a source of wisdom, strength and guidance”.

One River, Two Futures Poster and Guide

The One River, Two Futures: Reflections on Water poster and Guide can be used in schools, communities, and with groups who want to explore their relationship to water.  ​Download the poster (8.5 x 11 inch) or email to receive the full-sized (24 x 36 inch) version.  You can also download the accompanying Learning/Action Guide.

How to Stop Selling/Using Bottled Water

This brochure provides information to groups and institutions who would like to stop selling and/or using plastic water bottles on their premises or at events, and encourages the creation of local water and land acknowledgments. 

The CSJ Journey To Become a Blue Community

This short video was created by the in Canada Congregation to explain the crisis facing our planet and our commitment to clean drinking water as a human right.

Municipal Election Guide for Conversations about Water

During the next municipal election, this Guide (originally created in 2022) will help you participate in the democratic process by suggesting key questions for candidates as well as elected officials around policies and approaches to water management.

CSJ Blue Community Table Coasters Available

You can order up to 25 CSJ Blue Community environmentally-friendly table coasters as a reminder of your commitment to water as the first medicine

Video About the Global Plastic Bottle Issue

This Council of Canadians video exposes the global issue of plastic bottled water.