Despite sudden blizzard conditions a group of die-hard onsite wastewater contractors braved the weather and participated in a site and soils field day near Okotoks on April 16. The ground wasn’t frozen, so participants were able to learn how to determine soils horizons and identify soils characteristics in situ and log them in preparation for […]
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As you may have heard, the Safety Codes Council is moving offices this month! While they move, their office will be closed for business on Friday, April 20 and Monday, April 23. Their phones and computers will not be active during this time so they will not be able to respond to emails or phone
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From the AAMDC/RMA Dear affiliates, For 110 years, the AAMDC has made it our mission to ensure the interests of rural Alberta municipalities are effectively represented, that members & business clients get the best products and services at competitive prices, and our partnerships are strong and valued. Over time, we’ve evolved with the changing needs
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Water Canada and the Municipal Enforcement Sewer Use Group (MESUG) have partnered with Illustrator Nathan Wright and KSB Pumps (Canada) to present a fresh, new comic featuring everyone’s favourite lump of non-flushables: Fatberg. The term “fatberg” refers to the congealed lumps of grease, wet wipes, and other non-flushable items that end up in our sewer systems. More than
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The AOWMA is pleased to announce that the 2018 Alf Durnie Education and Research Scholarship was awarded to John Jongerden of Picture Butte, AB. John is in the plumbing program at Lethbridge College and is apprenticing at Aquatech Plumbing & Heating. He is a volunteer firefighter and does volunteer work with youth through the Love
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Orenco’s training department offers webinars covering a variety of topics. They’re free, so take as many courses as you like. Questions about certificates? Wondering if you can get CEU/PDH credits for our trainings? Check out our FAQ Page for answers to these and other questions.
The AOWMA, in partnership with the Land Steward Center, is hosting a series of Septic Sense workshops through the province in early 2018. Designed for members of the public, attendees will learn how to understand, assess and manage their private septic system, enabling them to protect their investment and the environment. You can find a
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The elections at the Annual General Meeting held on Friday, February 9, brought about some changes to the Board of Directors. After eleven years of service to the Board, Charles Hallett stepped down as Secretary/Treasurer and retired from the Board. The Board welcomes David Dallaire into the role of Secretary/Treasurer for the 2018/2019 term. David’s
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Despite blowing snow, frigid air and blizzard conditions, just under 300 people attended the trade show and convention or a combination of the events held in Red Deer on February 8, 9 & 10. AOWMA’s vendors put on an excellent show for those attending the trade show. Interactive displays and live demos were available to
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Alberta Municipal Affairs is considering splitting the disciplines of Onsite Wastewater Designer and Onsite Wastewater Installer. Currently, those who successfully complete the Onsite Wastewater Practitioner Training Program may apply to Alberta Municipal Affairs for a Certificate of Competency, which allows them to apply for permits to design and install onsite wastewater systems up to 1250
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