Is the North Saskatchewan River safe as far as water quality is concerned?
A. Yes, the river is safe for recreational use. There are many misconceptions regarding the water quality and content of the North Saskatchewan River. There is not raw sewage in the river, the main reason the river may look “dirty” is because of the silt (fine mineral particles found at the bottom of bodies of water) being stirred up by the flowing water. Swimming is highly recommended on warm days.
