Ryerson University’s Flushability Lab at Ryerson Urban Water recently released a report: Defining ‘Flushability’ for Sewer Use. Tests evaluated 101 single-use products, of which 23 were labeled as ‘flushable’ by the manufacturer. Results showed that not one single wipe was able to fall apart or disperse safely through the sewer system test. This can negatively […]
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The Saskatchewan Onsite Wastewater Management Association hosted a series of education days throughout the province during the second and third weeks of April. The focus for this year’s Education Days was: Key Changes to the Saskatchewan Onsite Wastewater Disposal Guide. Participants at the Educations Days worked through the changes to the guide with the facilitator,
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SOWMA hosted a booth and provided a presentation at the North Battleford and Prince Albert trade shows organized by Anderson Pump House. The theme of the trade shows was: Diversity – Adapting to Challenging Times. The association provided a presentation on the key changes to the Saskatchewan Onsite Wastewater Disposal Guideline during a one-hour presentation.
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Recognize your favourite pumper for their hard work! Anyone that works in the liquid waste industry can tell you it isn’t the easiest way to make a living. Hug A Pumper is a free initiative to recognize the people in this industry and to show them that their work is appreciated. Why Appreciate Pumpers:
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The association is sourcing articles for publication in our WCOWMA family of newsletters, and our printed magazine. Newsletters are published monthly, and magazines are published twice per year. Both include information, news and events from each Western province. Articles submitted may be on any topic relevant to our membership and stakeholder group, such as those
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Did you know that are plenty of opportunities to support your industry organization and promote your business? We have options for a variety of price points. Contact our office today to sponsor a training event, or advertise in our enewsletter, or our upcoming printed magazine. For more information, call us toll free at 1-855-872-2650.
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The Saskatchewan Ministry of Health released the new Saskatchewan Onsite Wastewater Disposal Guide on November 20, 2018. This new guideline replaces the 2009 edition and incorporates significant changes to the requirements for septic system design and installation in the province. SOWMA is currently updating our training program to incorporate these changes in anticipation of delivering
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The SOWMA Annual General Meeting will take place in Saskatoon in April during the series of Education Days the Association offers each year. Members in good standing are eligible to vote and to run for positions on the Board of Directors. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to have a voice in how your association
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PETERSBURG, Florida (Jan. 2, 2019) – SJE recently moved their Florida office to a new building in St. Petersburg. The new building is over 80% larger, providing much needed space for growth. “The old building was very small and the panel building area just wasn’t big enough for our future growth,” Mark Santarossa, Location Manager,
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The Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Adrienne French has joined us in the office to provide support to the SOWMA membership. Bringing Adrienne on board allows SOWMA to provide dedicated admin support to the membership. Adrienne has worked in the onsite wastewater industry for a few years now and has her certification
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