water crisis
Stories from the Indigenous water crisis
Many young First Nations people have never known what it’s like to have clean drinking water in their home
More than half of First Nations communities in Canada are affected by industrial pollution
Indigenous peoples in Canada have faced illness and even death due to toxic waste. In the 335 communities affected, the government has failed to fix the problem.
Fact check: Indigenous water crisis isn’t improving, despite promises from Trudeau
In July, 2015, there were 114 First Nations on drinking water advisories. Two years later, there were 121 communities facing the same problem.
Water Week: A look at Canada’s Indigenous water crisis
We’re spending a week reporting on the lack of clean drinking water on First Nations reserves. Here’s why.
Portland Hit Crisis Mode After Parasites Flooded City's Drinking Water
Residents learn the hard way after refusing treatment plant to save on the cost of water.
Local Natives Dive Into the Colorado River Drought in New 'Earthworks' Clip
The new VICELAND series follows musicians confronting activist-friendly issues on journeys around the world.
Flint Residents Filed a Lawsuit Against the EPA for More Than $700 Million
The latest water crisis lawsuit claims the federal agency knew about the issues with Flint's water back in 2014.
On the Front Lines with the Militias Trying to Save Libya from ISIS
Check out the trailer for our upcoming episode of 'VICE' on HBO, airing June 10 at 11 PM.
Portland School District Let Kids Drink Lead-Contaminated Water After It Tested Positive
Traces of lead – a toxic substance that can damage the nervous system – were detected at levels exceeding the Environmental Protection Agency's maximum in 14 fountains and sinks at two schools in March.
What It's Like to Live Through Flint's Water Crisis When You Don't Speak English
For Flint's Spanish-speaking population, many of the warning signs about the lead water crisis have gone unnoticed.
A Mother’s Murder Reveals That Water Is Not Flint's Only Crisis
Sasha Bell, one of the first Flint mothers to file a lawsuit on behalf of her son, was murdered in her apartment last week.