The City of Spruce Grove has issued a reminder to residents regarding its three-level water restriction system as the community prepares for the warmer summer months. These guidelines, categorized as Measures A, B, and C, are designed to manage water usage during periods of high demand or potential supply shortages.
Spruce Grove receives its water supply through the EPCOR Water Services network, facilitated by the Capital Region Parkland Water Services Commission. Because the city relies on this shared infrastructure, regional issues can directly impact local availability, as seen in January 2024 when a pump failure at an Edmonton treatment plant led to a regional mandatory water ban.
Under the first tier, known as Measure A, the city calls for voluntary conservation from residents, such as taking shorter showers, turning off taps while brushing teeth, and delaying laundry. During this stage, the city also suspends non-essential municipal operations, including street cleaning and fleet washing. Additionally, splash pads at Central Park and Fuhr Sports Park will close, though the REMAX Spray Park in Jubilee Park will remain open because it uses a water-recirculating system.
The most restrictive level, Measure C, introduces a mandatory ban on non-essential water use. This includes prohibitions on lawn watering, vehicle washing, and filling swimming pools or hot tubs. While these measures are intended to maintain water security, current reports from Environment and Protected Areas indicate that Alberta’s water supply outlook for 2026 has significantly improved, thanks to above-normal snowpack levels in the region.
Spruce Grove residents already maintain a water consumption rate well below provincial targets, reflecting efficient household usage. The city continues to coordinate these conservation efforts alongside other members of the Regional Water Customer Group to ensure long-term stability for the community.
