The forecast through October for Canada’s most populated areas indicates water deficits near Montreal, Ottawa, and Winnipeg; and surpluses in Calgary and Edmonton. Widespread deficits are forecast in the eastern half of the country. Surpluses will downgrade in southeastern British Columbia.
Canada: Water deficits to increase in Southern Quebec
Canada: Water deficits to retreat from S. SK
Canada: Exceptional water surpluses to emerge in southeastern BC
The forecast through July indicates that exceptional water deficits in northern Quebec will shrink though vast areas will persist. Moderate surpluses are forecast in the Gatineau River Watershed north of Ottawa. Deficits will increase in Southern Ontario but a pocket of moderate surplus will persist west of Toronto. Surpluses will increase in southeastern British Columbia and will be exceptional.
Canada: Water surplus will emerge in Gatineau River Watershed
The forecast through June indicates water surpluses near Toronto and Calgary, and deficits for Winnipeg, Regina, and Vancouver Island. Deficits will shrink in Quebec but remain widespread in the north, and surpluses will emerge in the Gatineau River Watershed. Surpluses will increase in southeastern British Columbia.