Overview
- The inspection targets the City of Calgary’s management, administration and operations tied to the Bearspaw South Feeder Main.
- Under the Municipal Government Act, the inspector can require attendance, compel documents and engage technical experts.
- The province said the review will take several months, provincial funds will cover costs, and the final report will be released publicly.
- Two ruptures in less than two years, including a Dec. 30 break that spilled millions of gallons and prompted rescues, led to severe water restrictions during repairs.
- Calgary has started expedited replacement of degraded pipe sections and is seeking about $600 million over two fiscal years to address wider infrastructure needs.