The Government of Canada, some provincial/territorial governments and distribution partners are providing free rapid COVID-19 tests to organizations. These tests are to be used for regular workplace screening of employees. Businesses and not-for-profit organizations are eligible to apply. Please see their website for more information.

WCOWMA and it\’s provincial chapters hosted seven Septic Sense workshops during the week of September 20 – 24, 2021 in an effort to educate homeowners. Numerous companies and associations assisted us in promoting this event. Seven webinar presentations were provided by the association: WCOWMA-BC – two presentations AOWMA – three presentations SOWMA – one presentation

Many Standards of Practice require the use of the common soils identifier nomenclature from either the Canadian System of Soil Classification or the US System of Soil Classification.  These two systems are pretty similar for the most part.  Both systems point to the Munsell Colour Chart to determine soil colour. So, why is properly determining

A properly working system is important, but do you ever have a little fun with it? We\’re calling on our readers to submit their most creative installation component! The winner, as judged by WCOWMA administration, will be given $100.00 gift card to Mark\’s. The winner will also have their work featured in the Winter edition

The provincial associations are currently working on policy surrounding member and Board of Director Codes of Conduct. Each member receives a copy of the association Code of Conduct in their membership package yearly, which they should read, sign, and keep on file.  A copy of the signed Code of Conduct should be returned to the

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

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