The table below contains more information regarding the indicator.
| Indicator name |
Percentage of municipalities across Canada with sustained drinking water advisories |
|---|---|
| Target |
No specific target |
| Indicator description |
This indicator measures the percentage of municipalities across Canada with sustained drinking water advisories per year. A sustained drinking water advisory is defined as one that exceeds 15 days in duration. |
| Geographical coverage |
Canada, provinces and territories |
| Unit of measurement |
Percentage |
| Calculations |
Not applicable |
| Comments and limitations |
Estimates for 2018 may not be comparable to those for 2016 due to improved coverage and definitions as well as changes in survey methodology. |