Information paraphrased from Winnipeg.ca

Where does Winnipeg’s Drinking Water Come From?

We get our drinking water from Shoal Lake, which is located on the border between Manitoba and Ontario. Shoal Lake was chosen as the best source of water supply for our city in 1912, and that is still true today.

• Water flows from Shoal Lake to Winnipeg by gravity through a 135 kilometre long aqueduct (concrete pipe).
• The water is stored in Deacon Reservoir, a large reservoir that can hold 8.8 billion litres, enough water to supply Winnipeg for about 20 days.
• Water passes from Deacon Reservoir to three smaller reservoirs and pumping stations in different areas of the city.
• Each day, we deliver an average of 215 million litres of water to approximately 270,000 Winnipeg homes and businesses.

Is Winnipeg’s Drinking Water Safe?

The drinking water in Winnipeg isn’t any more unsafe than most areas – meaning it’s ok to drink.  However, it doesn’t always live up to guidelines for turbidity, odor, or Trihalomethanes. For a full report on Winnipeg’s drinking water quality – check out the full report.

“Drink 8 glasses of water each day” is what we hear all the time but what weight loss benefits do we get from drinking water?

All functions within the body require the presence of water. A well hydrated body enables these functions to occur quickly and efficiently. All chemical processes involve energy metabolism and drinking plenty of water will make us feel more energetic and boost our metabolic rate.

Water makes your metabolism burn calories 3% faster.

Drinking water is important if you’re trying to lose weight, some studies have shown that thirst and hunger sensations are triggered together. If there is a slight dehydration the thirst mechanism may be mistaken for hunger and one may eat when the body is actually craving fluid. As most food contains some water, if one doesn’t drink much they may be subconsciously driven to eat more to gain the necessary water supply however, you also gain the undesired effects of increased calorie consumption. Drinking more water can help to prevent overeating and benefit weight loss.

Many people don’t care for (or are worried about contaminants in) their local tap water.  As a result, the bottled water industry is huge.  We encourage you to explore your options for a safe, environmentally friendly water solution with your local Culligan Dealer!

Many people wish they could rid themselves of  contaminants in their home drinking water.  But, there are so many options out there, it can be confusing and even a little scary for the average homeowner.  That’s why your local Culligan Man is here to help!

With a large array of home water treatment products, and years of training and expertise in water treatment, your local Culligan man can put together a package just for you!

All of our drinking water systems feature Culligan’s exclusive, patented filtration technologies to provide the highest-level of water filtration available. Using state-of-the-art reverse osmosis and sophisticated interchangeable filters, your Culligan Service Technician can customize a solution for your specific water needs and provide you with better tasting, high-quality water that will make a refreshing difference in your home.

• Safer water – our water filtration systems are designed to reduce harmful impurities like cysts, arsenic, lead, radium, chlorine and other harmful impurities⁴

• Pure convenience – enjoy an endless supply of Culligan drinking water with the push of a button right at your kitchen sink

• Better tasting water – clean, Culligan water will improve the taste of everything you make with water – coffee, teas, drinks, ice cubes, baby formula, and all your recipes

• Great for appliances – the cleaner water you get with a Culligan drinking water system is better for use in appliances like ice makers and humidifiers

• Healthier choice – everyone will drink more Culligan water and less sodas and sugary drinks

• Cost savings – glass for glass, Culligan water costs far less than buying expensive single-serve bottles of water from the store

• Environmentally-friendly – with Culligan water, you’ll drink fewer single-serve bottles of water, saving thousands of bottles from clogging our landfills

Check out some of our local dealers and what they have to offer:
Iowa City Home Water Treatment Systems
Binghamton Home Water Treatment Systems
Winnipeg Home Water Treatment Systems