The Provincial associations have all been receiving training applicants who are being funded by the various federal/provincial job grants that are currently available.  This is a good opportunity for small businesses to have their employees and even family member employees participate in training at no cost to themselves. The funding is typically up to $10,000 […]

Proper soils assessment is key to the development of a successful onsite wastewater design.  Mandatory attendance to site and soil field training is part of the training program for Onsite Wastewater Practitioner provided by the associations. Several site and soil field training days have been hosted over the past couple of months and students were

The great weather is here, but with warmer sunnier days comes the risk of heat exhaustion, especially if you are busy in the field. Take care of yourself by keeping in mind these tips: Drink plenty of cool liquids, especially water, before you feel thirsty to decrease your risk of dehydration. Thirst is not a

The Western Canada Onsite Wastewater Management Association (WCOWMA) and its affiliates will be promoting septic awareness during the week of September 20 to 24. The purpose of this initiative is to promote proper operation and maintenance of onsite wastewater systems. We will be offering webinars to assist homeowners in understanding why they need to properly maintain

At the beginning of April, the Environmental Approvals Branch was moved or amalgamated with the Environmental Compliance and Enforcement Branch. This means that all government activities impacting the onsite wastewater industry are housed under one branch of government where previously they were not. This is positive for the industry as there was previously a disconnect

September 20 to 24 is Septic Awareness Week, and the Western Canada Onsite Wastewater Management Association urges you to consider both what goes down the drain, and how you maintain your septic system.  The purpose of this initiative is to promote proper operation and maintenance of onsite wastewater systems. Properly designed and maintained wastewater treatment