Saskatchewan Conservation & Development Association

Saskatchewan Conservation & Development Association

Supporting Water Management Across Saskatchewan

SCDA supports its members and stakeholders in advancing effective surface water management across Saskatchewan through practical support, strong governance, and sustainable development.

Responsible Water Management

Supporting effective surface water management on Saskatchewan farmland.

Member-Focused Support

Practical technical, governance and administrative assistance for CAAs and WAs.

Sustainable Development

Working toward productive land, resilient communities, and responsible stewardship.

Practical support across Saskatchewan

OUR SERVICES

SCDA is a not-for-profit membership corporation supporting Conservation and Development Area Authorities and Watershed Associations with agricultural water management, administration and governance.

Advocacy & Provincial Representation

Representing C&Ds, Watershed Authorities, producers, and landowners in discussions with government and the Water Security Agency (WSA).

Mapping & GIS Services

GIS and mapping services support project planning through flood mapping, elevation modelling, landowner mapping, benefit-acre analysis, and customized mapping solutions for member organizations.

Board Support & Governance

Providing guidance on governance, elections, compliance, and board responsibilities.

Grant & Funding Support

Assistance with funding applications and in-house funding agreements, including advances that help member organizations move eligible projects forward.

Insurance & Administration

Membership benefits include insurance coverage along with practical administrative support for applications, forms, and organizational documentation.

Organizational Support & Governance

SCDA provides guidance, contacts, and assistance with dispute resolution and mediation, alongside support for establishing or expanding member authorities.

Established in Saskatchewan

Working together for responsible water management.

SCDA represents its members in discussions with government and non-government organizations involved in water management and resource protection, helping build collaborative relationships across Saskatchewan.
100+

Conservation & Development Areas and Watershed Associations are represented through SCDA membership
Member-led

Representation focused on the needs of local water-management organizations

1967
Year the Saskatchewan Conservation and Development Association was incorporated
Province-wide

Support for Saskatchewan agricultural water management and sustainable development

Strategic Direction

Productive land. Responsible water. Sustainable development.

SCDA’s vision is to support productive agricultural land through responsible water management and sustainable development.

SCDA works with members and stakeholders to advance policies, governance, and administrative systems that support effective surface water management across Saskatchewan.

Guided by clear values

Integrity, transparency, respect, innovation, diligence and teamwork.
Member information

Resource Centre

Access forms, templates, guidance documents, and technical resources to support the effective operation of C&Ds and Watershed Associations.

From SCDA

News & Updates

2026

60th SCDA Annual General Meeting

 The 60th Annual General Meeting brought together C&D districts, watershed partners, sponsors and stakeholders to collaborate on the future of agricultural water management in Saskatchewan.

Agricultural Water Management

Wetland Inventory & Saskatchewan Water Resources

 SCDA continues to share information and developments relevant to agricultural water management and Saskatchewan wetlands.

March 19–21, 2025 · Archive

59th SCDA Annual General Meeting

 The 2025 AGM featured governance workshops, Water Security Agency presentations, member success stories and strategic-priority discussions.

SaskCDA is here to help

Let’s Work Together

Have a question, need support with a project, or want to learn more about SCDA services? Contact the association’s Saskatoon office.