Hydrologists Hydrologists Hydrology is the science of water properties, distribution, and circulation.
Hydrologic studies support federal policies related to sustainable development and ecosystem health.
These studies contribute to a better understanding of regional hydrology and the extent to which hydrologic variability and change is tied to climate. Insight into the relationships between climate, water, and biological ecosystem components is also gained. The role of the hydrologist varies from that of being a generalist to a specialist. It involves assessing and interpreting the data collected from monitoring programs, planning networks, providing data products, and detecting trends in the amount and distribution of Canada's freshwater resources. Hydrologists develop public information products to foster understanding of our water resources and help Canadians make responsible decisions about their use of the environment.