On June 3, 2017, representatives from WCOWMA met with the Board and members of OWSIM to discuss the potential to amalgamate under the Manitoba Onsite Wastewater Management Association banner. Discussion centered on the advantages of amalgamation such as increased opportunities to provide training to onsite wastewater practitioners in the province. The potential for training includes […]

The MOWMA has partnered with two great companies, giving members options for soils testing. Take advantage of member discounts for soil sampling with CARO Analytical Labs and Down To Earth Labs. More information is available in your membership package, or by contacting our office.

“What is the most important thing I can do for my business right now to start getting more customers,  and make more money?” Granted there is not a completely simple answer to this question, but here are four things you MUST do if you want to consistently attract more customers, increase revenue and eliminate competition:

Representatives from Western Canada Onsite Wastewater Management Association will meet with the Onsite Wastewater Systems Installers of Manitoba on June 3 in Winnipeg. OWSIM members and WCOWMA administration will look at common areas of concern in the onsite wastewater industry and examine the potential to work together to provide practical training and additional support to

On April 18th, 2017, the Honourable Jim Carr, Minister of Natural Resources, on behalf of the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Honourable Eileen Clarke, Minister of Indigenous and Municipal Relations, were in Elie to announce more than $37 million in combined funding for 24 new water and wastewater projects across Manitoba.

Originally Posted on February 23, 2017 in Water Canada Written by Rick Esselment and Trish Johnson Onsite wastewater treatment systems can provide permanent, affordable, and safe solutions for small communities. They can remove pollutants, including nitrogen and phosphorous, and often have a smaller energy footprint than conventional sewage plants. Onsite water systems keep water in

Did you know you can find job postings on the bulletin board of our website? You can also submit job openings for posting! If you have a position that you need filled and you are interested in having it listed on the Western Canada Onsite Wastewater Management website, please email us at info@wcowma.com.

Derek Smith, Onsite Wastewater Manager, Manitoba Conservation met with the Board of Directors of the Western Canada Onsite Wastewater Management Association in February to discuss education and training opportunities for onsite wastewater practitioners across Western Canada. The seat of the Onsite Wastewater Manager was empty for several years in Manitoba. Derek is bringing new life

No matter how successful a company or professional service corporation is today, most business owners are looking for proven ways to take their company up to the next level. Here’s something to think about. 1) Keep only the systems you have that have been proven to produce a steady stream of reliable revenue – and

The current training and certification requirements for Manitoba Installers are under review a the present time. Suggested amendments to the training currently under consideration are increased soils and field training and mandatory continuing education. As well, the potential for developing a Manitoba Standard of Practice is being examined. More information will become available over the