Water First Education and Training Inc.

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Water First Education and Training Inc.

Collaborating with Indigenous communities in Canada to address local water challenges. Formerly Tin Roof Global.

We believe that the water crisis in Indigenous communities is intolerable. Education and skills training are essential in creating solutions that work for communities. Our programs are focused on building strong partnerships and creating lasting results in collaboration with Indigenous communities. Website: www.waterfirst.ngo
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09/01/2026

As we approach Orange Shirt Day on September 30, we invite our community to take a moment to reflect, learn and listen.

It is a time to engage in conversations about the history and ongoing impacts of residential schools, honour Survivors and remember the children who never returned home.

Over the coming month, we’ll be highlighting a few Indigenous-led organizations doing important work across the country to support Indigenous Peoples and communities. We encourage you to learn more about their work, share their stories and consider how you can support the work of Indigenous-led organizations.

08/26/2026

Another incredible week on the water with The Waterways Collective!

For the second year, Water First joined The Waterways Collective for a hands-on water monitoring workshop, and what an inspiring week it was all around!

Over the course of two days, groups rotated through different lessons, including using a petite Ponar sampler and recording data across three boats and canoes. By day two, participants were coaching each other through the techniques they’d learned the day before. By the end, the Water First team was practically there for moral support. Everyone had it dialled in and was working together like a well-oiled crew.

That kind of peer-to-peer learning is one of our favourite parts of getting out on the water.

Quinn and The Waterways Collective team made sure to ground every workshop in the history of the land and water, from mining and the sulphuric acid plant to the hydro dam. Understanding that history helps connect the 'how' of water monitoring with the 'why' behind protecting these ecosystems.

We are so thankful for this awesome partnership and for being included in this journey. We can’t wait to see what comes next!

08/24/2026

Meet Rachel, a ray of sunshine, backpack enthusiast, and Water First water science school teacher!

Rachel spends her days in the field inspiring the next generation of water scientists—and today, she’s giving us a peek inside her backpack to show us the tools she uses for a day of water science exploration. 💧🔬

08/20/2026

We might not be emotionally prepared for summer to be over… but we ARE excited for back-to-school season!

There’s just something special about getting into the classroom and helping students discover the world of water science.

This past year, 2,232 Indigenous students participated in Water First’s water science programs, earning high school credits, getting hands-on with science, and taking steps toward becoming the next generation of water protectors.

Want to help bring clean water education into the classroom this fall? Donate today and your gift will be doubled!

Right now, Co. is matching donations up to $13,500 until September 12.

Learn more and donate now: https://waterfirst.ngo/fc-donate/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=social-post&utm_campaign=fall-campaign&utm_content=donate

08/12/2026

This , we’re celebrating the curiosity, creativity, and care young people bring to protecting water and the environment. 💧From water testing to plant ID to exploring local ecosystems, the future is in their hands - and it’s looking bright.

08/06/2026

We can confirm: interpreting water data is not the only skill our SOI interns are developing. 😉

After a full day of training, our SOI interns traded lessons for laughter with a little charades, a lot of fun, and time to simply be together.

The classroom is where the learning happens but it’s these moments in between that make the experience special. 💙

08/04/2026

Building relationships is at the heart of everything we do. 💧

One of the ways we do that is by showing up at conferences and gatherings across the water and education sectors.

These spaces give our team the opportunity to connect with communities, organizations, and individuals who share a commitment to water stewardship and education. They’re a place to listen, learn, share what we’re working on, and have conversations that can lead to future collaboration.

Earlier this year, Beth, a trainer with our Environmental Water team, and Aly, a graduate of our first Environmental Water Internship cohort, attended the Assembly of First Nations National Education Forum.

Here’s a look at what they were up to. 👀

07/31/2026

What does a favourite day in the field look like?

Here’s Alexandra’s favourite field day, in her own words:

“My favourite day working out in the field was when we were at Laurentian Lodge, spending the entire day out on the boats doing fish conservation work. We were collecting data and learning about fish populations and their habitats, helping us better understand and protect aquatic ecosystems. The information we collected can be used to support conservation efforts and monitor the health of local fish populations, which is becoming even more important as climate change continues to affect our lakes and waterways.

What made this day so great was being out on the water with an amazing group of people. The weather was beautiful, everyone was having fun, and it was one of those days where work didn't feel like work.

The moment I'll never forget was when Steven and Tammy had to get the boat over a shallow bank in the water. They were both yelling, "Heave, boy, heave!" as they pushed and guided the boat across. Everyone was laughing, and it turned into one of those moments that still makes me smile whenever I think about it.
We finished the day with a group dinner at the lodge, followed by a campfire where everyone relaxed, shared stories, and reflected on the day's adventures. It was the perfect way to end such a memorable experience.

That day reminded me how much I enjoy fieldwork. Being outdoors, working as a team, and contributing to meaningful environmental conservation made me feel grateful to be part of the experience. It's a day I'll always look back on with a smile.”

— Alexandra Nolan, Garden River First Nation | Water First Graduate

The work that folks like Alexandra do in the field benefits us all, especially Indigenous communities that are disproportionately affected by the impacts of climate change. And when a field day comes together like the one Alexandra describes here, it’s the cherry on top.

➡️ Today is the last day to have your donation matched! The D.H. Gordon Foundation is matching donations up to $15,000, helping your gift go even further to support water and resource management programming in Indigenous communities across Canada.

🔗 Donate today: https://waterfirst.ngo/landing/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=social-post&utm_campaign=summer-campaign&utm_content=donate

07/28/2026

Meet Beth, our resident ray of sunshine ☀️ and a trainer on Water First's Environmental Water team.

She's sharing three of her favourite moments from Intro Week with the new Environmental Water Interns.

Love what you hear? You can help make experiences like these possible by supporting our field season. Donate today, and thanks to the D.H. Gordon Foundation, every donation will be matched up to $15,000 until the end of the month. 💙

Learn more here: https://waterfirst.ngo/landing/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=social-post&utm_campaign=summer-campaign&utm_content=donate

Address

10 Francis Street East
Creemore, ON
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Telephone

1-800-970-8467

Website

http://www.waterfirst.ngo/

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