2024
Is the earliest the Columbia River Treaty can be terminated by either Canada or the U.S.
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Canada or the U.S.would need to give a minimum of 10 years' written notice
2014
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What is it?
The 1964 Columbia River Treaty (CRT) is an international agreement between Canada and the United States to coordinate flood control and optimize hydroelectric energy production on both sides of the border.
Why learn about it now?
The year 2024 is the earliest date either Canada or the United States may terminate the CRT, provided 10-year advance notice is given in 2014. It's possible either country may wish to renegotiate parts or all of the CRT, or terminate it entirely. Now is the time to find out how this 1964 international agreement relates to dams and reservoirs in the Columbia Basin and why it matters to your community, the Columbia Basin and all of BC.
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and environmental well-being and to achieve greater self-sufficiency for present and future generations.