This is where
kaitiakitanga flows.vitality flows.possibility flows.
Harnessing the natural power of the region’s awa, we help create possibilities that flow through Canterbury’s communities, providing positive economic, social, and environmental outcomes.
Learn moreSustainable water management.
Our 100-year plan delivers climate resilience as the foundation of our infrastructure, ensuring sustainable growth in the agriculture sector. Our vision of sustainable water growing our world enables enhanced natural resources for future generations.
Learn moreFrom the mountains to the sea ki uta ki tai.
We’re committed to having a positive impact on the environment, and for us, this means treating natural resources with the greatest of respect and creating healthy ecosystems from the mountains to the sea ki uta ki tai.
Learn moreHere’s where possibility flows.
When delivery of water is reliable and sustainable, farmers have greater opportunity to produce world-class food and fibre, as well as better protect and regenerate the natural environment for future generations.
Learn moreOn farm help.
We’re always available to help our farmer shareholders. Whether it’s answering your questions, reporting outages or ordering water, you’ll find all these resources and more in the On-farm section of our Resource Centre.
Farm resourcesTogether, with our shareholders and the community, we share a vision for restored biodiversity across the Canterbury Plains. Learn about the long-term collaborative impact.
Our impactCo-operative principles.
CPWL is a limited liability company operating under a co-operative philosophy. Farmer shareholders own shares based on their water requirements. Communal good is at the heart of the scheme, it’s a story of collaboration making world-leading outcomes possible.
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