The Canadian Dam Association (CDA) is a group of dam owners, operators, regulators, engineers and others who share the goal of advancing knowledge and practices related to dams. We are involved in all types of dams used for many different purposes: hydroelectric power, irrigation, flood control, water supply and mining operations.

CDA envisions a future in which all dams are safe, well-managed and benefit society. Our mission is to encourage cooperation, advance technical knowledge, and build competency related to dams in Canada. CDA serves as the Canadian National Committee of the International Commission on Large Dams (ICOLD).

Announcements

2020 AGM Notice & Information; Election Results
Information on CDA 2020 AGM and election results
9/1/2020
CDA Webinar Series – Call for Abstracts
CDA Webinar Series – Call for Abstracts. Abstracts due August 17.
8/11/2020
Message from the ICOLD President
Keep up to date with ICOLD!
8/5/2020
CDA online technical presentation July 15
Register now for CDA’s free webinar on July 15!
7/8/2020
Nominations due August 14 for CDA awards
Every year CDA honours its members through its annual awards program. Nominations are due by August
7/5/2020

Career Section

Build a Career
in the Dam Industry

To advertise a job opportunity, use the Employer Posting Form in the CDA Careers Section. As a member society of the Engineering Institute of Canada (EIC), we also link to job postings of EngineeringCareers.ca

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ICOLD

CDA is the Canadian National Committee 

CDA is the Canadian National Committee of the International Commission on Large Dams (ICOLD), and provides representation at ICOLD meetings and on Technical Committees. In this way, CDA members are linked with international developments and best practice.

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Publications & Events


CDA offers publications on dam safety, dam safety reviews, the application of dam safety to mining dams, and public safety around dams. Access to ICOLD Bulletins is provided to members. We also provide continuing professional development events such as an Annual Conference and regional workshops.
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