Amendments to Saskatchewan Private Sewage Works Regulations SOWMA has received formal notice from the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health regarding approved amendments to: These amendments were approved in December 2025 through an Order in Council and will come into force on November 1, 2026.Below is a summary of the key changes impacting the onsite wastewater industry. […]

Adrienne French represented the onsite wastewater industry on October 22 and 23 at the Saskatchewan Chapter of the Canadian Institute of Public Health Inspectors Conference (CIPHI) in Saskatoon.  At the event, Adrienne presented SOWMA’s Septic Awareness Program and hosted an interactive booth demonstration, showcasing hand-texturing techniques and how to use a Munsell colour guide for

Since COVID-19, WCOWMA has successfully delivered live virtual sessions with our experienced trainers. These sessions remain central to the program, giving learners direct access to expert guidance and opportunities to connect with peers. The key change now underway is the migration of paper-based modules into a modern Learning Management System (LMS). This step replaces mailed

Mark your calendars: September 15 to 19, 2025Septic 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

SOWMA provided a presentation to the Turtle Lake Watershed Association on system inspection and maintenance during their Annual General Meeting on Thursday, July 24, 2025. Residents living or vacationing around Turtle Lake are experiencing periods of algae bloom in certain areas of the lake and the Turtle Lake Watershed Association is looking for solutions to

On July 23rd, SOWMA hosted a Site and Soils Evaluation Field Day in the Saskatoon region with a fantastic mix of contractors, certification students, Saskatchewan Health Authority inspectors, and Environmental Public Health Inspectors. After days of rain and smoke, the skies finally cleared for a beautiful day of hands-on learning. Participants gained valuable experience in

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