The table below contains more information regarding the indicator.
| Indicator name |
Number of long-term drinking water advisories on public systems on reserves |
|---|---|
| Target |
All of the long-term drinking water advisories on public systems on reserve are to be resolved |
| Indicator description |
This indicator measures the number of long-term drinking water advisories on public systems in First Nations communities. Drinking water advisories are issued to warn people to not drink water that may be unsafe or is known to not be safe based on water quality test results. |
| Geographical coverage |
Communities on reserves south of the 60th parallel |
| Unit of measurement |
Number |
| Calculations |
Not applicable |
| Comments and limitations |
This data source does not include non-public drinking water systems on reserves and is limited to communities south of the 60th parallel. |