Submit an Article

Watermark magazine is the BC Water & Waste Association’s (BCWWA) quarterly publication, which keeps water professionals up-to-date on the latest industry news, research, professional development, and best practices. It is also a resource for staying up to date with BCWWA news, programs and services.

Each issue is based on a theme relevant to member input and we encourage water professionals from across the sector to contribute articles that share their success stories, challenges, innovations and outcomes with the broader water industry.

Submission Guidelines

  • Feature articles are editorial in nature. Articles should resemble a magazine article rather than an advertorial or academic paper.
  • Feature articles typically contain between 1,000 and 1,500 words. Shorter 750-word articles are also accepted. If possible, let us know the approximate word count in advance.
  • Articles should be submitted in an electronic format (i.e., Microsoft Word, .docx files) and can contain a title.
  • Provide any supporting images in a high-res format (PNG, JPEG, or EPS (at least 300 DPI)). Photos, graphics, maps, schematic drawings (digital format) are accepted. Please send them as separate image files. Where applicable, caption each image and provide photographer credit.
  • Authors may also include a short bio and headshot (optional).

Prospective authors are encouraged to review the Watermark author guidelines for more information and guidance. The deadline for submissions is generally six weeks prior to publication and delivery. Please contact Sarah Pratt at communication@bcwwa.org or 604-630-5348 for further submission information.

2026 Editorial Schedule

Issue

Topic

Publishing Date

Issue

Watermark Spring 2026 – Conference Issue

Topic

Where Waters Meet

Publishing Date

April 2026

Issue

Watermark Summer 2026

Topic

TBA

Publishing Date

July 2026

Issue

Watermark Fall 2026

Topic

TBA

Publishing Date

October 2026

Issue

Watermark Winter 2026

Topic

TBA

Publishing Date

December 2026