Calgary, AB – As the residents of Bowness grapple with a severe water crisis, the Sikh community has stepped forward to provide much-needed relief. The Gurdwara Dashmesh Culture Centre has generously donated approximately 19,000 liters of water to support those affected.
Sikh Canadians have a long-standing tradition of leading humanitarian efforts during emergencies across the country. Their swift action in response to this crisis underscores their commitment to community service and aid.
The crisis began on June 5 when a break occurred in the Bearspaw south water main. This vital infrastructure, which is 11 kilometers long and up to two meters wide in some sections, failed, leaving hundreds of homes and businesses in Calgary’s northwest without water. The disruption prompted city officials to enforce a fire ban and mandatory outdoor water restrictions.
At a press conference held on Friday afternoon, city officials revealed that five additional locations along a water feeder main also require urgent repairs. This main supplies over half of Calgary’s drinking water. The scope of the damage means that full repairs could take another three to five weeks to complete.
In this time of need, the Gurdwara Dashmesh Culture Centre’s donation of water has provided critical relief to the residents of Bowness. This act of generosity is part of a broader pattern of the Sikh community’s proactive engagement in humanitarian aid across Canada.
City officials continue to work tirelessly to repair the damaged infrastructure and restore full water service to the affected areas. In the meantime, they urge residents to comply with water restrictions and to use water resources sparingly.