Mark your calendars!Septic Awareness Week is around the corner! Taking place from September 15 to 19, 2025, this annual event highlights the importance of proper septic system care. As part of our ongoing commitment to public education, WCOWMA aims to help homeowners understand the value of maintaining a healthy onsite wastewater system. This initiative runs […]

The bane of every maintenance provider’s existence is back in the news. From Windsor, Ontario to Metro Vancouver, BC, regional districts and municipalities are urging residents to stop throwing so-called “flushable” wipes in the toilet. “Wipes don’t break down like toilet paper — they cause clogs that jam pipes, pumps and other infrastructure. Yet, many are

The installation season is once again upon us, and with that, the development of system designs and information pertaining to specific sites and clients. Each year, the association receives member reports of copyright infringement. What does that mean? Basically, a designer or contractor has designed an onsite wastewater system for a client and has then

Update Your Mailing Address Don’t miss out on your chance to receive the Summer 2025 issue of WCOWMA’s Onsite Informer Magazine!Take a moment to contact our office with your updated address. Be A Part of the Magazine WCOWMA is sourcing articles for publication in our printed magazine, which includes information, news, and events from each of the Western provinces.Articles submitted may

Do you have an onsite wastewater system installation coming up? We need your help! Our students require a Site and Soil Field Evaluation Day to complete their Onsite Wastewater Practitioner Training Program, and we’re calling on our valued contractor members across Western Canada to assist us. This hands-on experience is critical to our students’ learning

The AGM and Board elections were held during the SOWMA Education Days AGM in Saskatoon on Friday, March 28, 2025. Thank you to departing board member Shaun Ripley for time served on the Board.  We are pleased to welcome to new board members Jennifer Laing and Jaxon Tait. 2025 SOWMA Board of DirectorsPresident: Travis WolfeVice-President:

Despite the snowstorm, SOWMA successfully hosted two fantastic events in Regina and Saskatoon on March 27th and 28th, along with our Annual General Meeting! A huge thank you to everyone who braved the elements to attend—we truly appreciate your dedication to the onsite wastewater industry in Saskatchewan.  We also extend our gratitude to our sponsors

Anyone working in an excavation or construction trade can benefit from workplace safety training. The Saskatchewan Safety Council has several training sessions that are free to access online. Take advantage of the following training opportunities: Access these programs now and update your safety awareness!

The United States Environmental Protection Agency released a new document, titled Safeguarding Against Natural Hazards and Extreme Weather Events: A Resource Guide for Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems. Onsite wastewater treatment systems (OWTS), also referred to as septic systems or decentralized systems, treat wastewater and return the treated effluent to the environment. Due to natural hazards

Notice of 2025 Annual General Meeting:Friday, March 28th, 2025Travelodge, Saskatoon All SOWMA members in good standing are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting being held immediately following the SOWMA Education Days NOMINATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION(S):                Vice-President