About WRC

Champions research spanning all areas of the water sector

Facilitates professional network development

Supports research funding proposals

Strives to advance understanding, drive innovation, and shape the future of water research and management on a global scale

Become an internationally-recognized centre for knowledge and development of integrated, innovative, and sustainable strategies to address water-related issues.
Strengthen the critical mass required to propel the University of Alberta into a global leadership position in water-related research.

Create a unified umbrella to increase support for existing and future water-related research initiatives at the University of Alberta.
Facilitate knowledge exchange by establishing more interdisciplinary links among disciplines and at the intersections between the WRC’s various areas of expertise and those of other colleges and faculties at the University of Alberta, as well as by establishing new collaborations both nationally and internationally.
Provide the advantage of industry participation, funding, and exploitation of research, further enhancing the reputation of the WRC and that of Alberta as a leader in this area.

Establishment of new partnerships and reinforcement of existing collaborations with national and international institutions, governments, and academia.
Facilitation of enhanced knowledge exchange between academia and the water industry.
Development of a robust water-related network, fostering connections between regional and global water experts, practitioners, and stakeholders.
Maximization of research benefits through effective knowledge and technology transfer activities.
Enhancement of training opportunities and support for the next generation of water leaders through mentorship and hands-on experience.

Provide integrated solutions to pressing water-related challenges.
Act as a driving force for water research, both locally at the University of Alberta and globally.
Foster partnerships with national and international institutions, governments, and academia to advance both fundamental and applied water research.
Cultivate a robust water-related network by connecting regional and global experts and practitioners with academics from various disciplines.
Maximize the impact of research outcomes through effective knowledge and technology transfer activities.
Provide invaluable training opportunities for students, postdoctoral fellows, and water professionals.