Using Pilot Tests to Optimize Drinking Water Treatment Processes
WCWC’s pilot tests continue to help clients optimize their drinking water treatment processes. Holly Sun, who recently joined the WCWC team as a Scientist, tells us more about pilot testing with WCWC. 1. Why conduct a pilot test? A pilot test is a small-scale practical study to evaluate the feasibility or performance of water treatment strategies and their effects on drinking water quality....Read More
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Using Pilot Testing to Address Drinking Water Concerns in First Nations Communities
The Walkerton Clean Water Centre has completed 13 pilot testing projects with First Nations clients to empower them to improve their drinking water Since 2017 the Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) has completed 13 pilot testing projects to help First Nations communities improve the quality of their drinking water, and in some cases, help lift the long-term drinking water advisories that have...Read More
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Ann Mulvale and Mitch Twolan Join The Walkerton Clean Water Centre Board of Directors
The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ann Mulvale and Mitch Twolan to the board of directors. Ann Mulvale, WCWC Board of Directors Ms. Mulvale has served her community in a variety of volunteer, elected and leadership capacities. Previously, she served as Mayor of the Town of Oakville, Councillor of Halton Region and President of the Association...Read More
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Chief Executive Officer
The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC), a best-in-class facility for training, applied research and technology, has a unique opportunity for an inspiring leader committed to the wellness of Ontarians and the provision of clean drinking water to all communities. For full job details and to apply online, by September 13, 2021, visit https://wcwc.ca/about/job-opportunities/. Under the Human...Read More
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PFAS In Water Systems: A Canadian Perspective
The Walkerton Clean Water Centre (WCWC) has added a new fact sheet and resources on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in water systems to its Drinking Water Resource Library. PFAS are a large group of synthetic compounds that are often referred to as “forever chemicals”. They are used in a wide variety of industrial and consumer products, such as adhesives, cleaning...Read More
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ON-SITE TRAINING
To help slow the spread of COVID-19, WCWC launched e-learning in 2020. Although uptake has been tremendous, nothing beats the information exchange possible through in-person training. Carol Siegfried, Training Coordinator, explains the ins and outs of on-site training and how to book your own private session. What is an on-site course? This is a private session, held at your location. If you...Read More
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