Eastern Irrigation District

06/01/2026

Help us welcome some new faces to the Eastern Irrigation District! 👋

We’re excited to introduce the newest members of the EID crew:

🔹 Leighton Ramsay – Construction Labour Foreman
🔹 Keelynn Greer – Bantry Water Operator
🔹 Nicky Berg – Gem / Crawling Valley Water Operator
🔹 Mitchell McAllister – Seasonal North Rolling Hills Water Operator
🔹 Daxson Padilla – Construction Labourer
🔹 Cassidy Zimmer – HR Advisor

We’re happy to have them on board and look forward to the contributions they’ll make across the District. Be sure to give them a warm welcome if you see them out in the field or around the office!

06/01/2026

🌿 Canal Herbicide Treatment Notice🌿

Each year, we apply herbicides in our canal systems to manage aquatic weeds, vegetation on canal banks, and other plants that can obstruct water flow.

📆 Treatment schedules for both canals and banks for the season are below and are subject to change.

🔒 Safety, Training & Drinking Water

The water in our canal systems is non-potable and not intended for human consumption. All herbicide use follows federal regulations and product labels under the Pest Control Products Act.

✅ Our staff are fully licensed and professionally trained in safe and appropriate herbicide application.
✅ All applications are carefully monitored and documented.
✅ Drinking water sources are not affected by these treatments.

We understand the concerns about herbicide use and want to assure you that your health and safety remain a top priority.

📞 Have questions? Give us a call at 403-362-1400

05/29/2026

Happy last Friday of May!

This week's features some cement work on the now Main Bantry canal in May 1923.

05/29/2026

Thank you for joining us this week for our EID Day in the Life series! We hope you enjoyed getting a behind-the-scenes look at some of the people and roles that help keep the Eastern Irrigation District running every day.

A huge thank you again to Petrie Media for capturing and producing this series for us! 📹

And stay tuned… 👀

We still have one more Day in the Life video coming soon - but for now, it’s a surprise!

where water works wonders

05/28/2026

🎥 DAY IN THE LIFE: ROB ELLIOTT 🎥

Rob Elliott, Assistant Equipment Superintendent

Join Rob for a look into the equipment and operations side of the EID and the important work that keeps projects and maintenance moving across the District.

Full video: https://www.eid.ca/working_at_the_eid.html

05/27/2026

🎥 DAY IN THE LIFE: RYAN SUMMACH 🎥

Ryan Summach, Engineer

Take a behind-the-scenes look at Ryan’s role with the EID and the work involved in planning, infrastructure, and supporting irrigation operations across the District.

Full video: https://www.eid.ca/working_at_the_eid.html

05/26/2026

🎥 DAY IN THE LIFE: B.J. HASPER 🎥

B.J. Hasper, Rosemary Water Operator

B.J. gives us an inside look at what the core of our District operations looks like - delivering water to our farmers!

Full video: https://www.eid.ca/working_at_the_eid.html

05/26/2026

🌿 2026 Canal Herbicide Treatment Notice - May 🌿

Each year, we apply herbicides in our canal systems to manage aquatic weeds, vegetation on canal banks, and other plants that can obstruct water flow.

📆 Treatment schedules for both canals and banks are below and are subject to change.

🔒 Safety, Training & Drinking Water
The water in our canal systems is non-potable and not intended for human consumption. All herbicide use follows federal regulations and product labels under the Pest Control Products Act.

✅ Our staff are fully licensed and professionally trained in safe and appropriate herbicide application.
✅ All applications are carefully monitored and documented.
✅ Drinking water sources are not affected by these treatments.

We understand the concerns about herbicide use and want to assure you that your health and safety remain a top priority.

📞 Have questions? Give us a call at 403-362-1400

05/25/2026

🎥 DAY IN THE LIFE: LEVI LEPP 🎥

Levi Lepp, Bassano Dam Supervisor

Join us as Levi gives a look into his role overseeing operations at the Bassano Dam and what a typical day in the field looks like.

Full video: https://www.eid.ca/working_at_the_eid.html

05/24/2026

💧 EID DAY IN THE LIFE SERIES 💧

Meet the team behind the work! This week we’re featuring four EID employees giving a behind-the-scenes look at what they do day to day.

A big thank you to Petrie Media for capturing and producing this video series! 📹

Stay tuned all week as we highlight each employee and their role in keeping the Eastern Irrigation District running.