At the 2024 convention, we asked current members why they continue to support the Association, how they feel about OOWA, and what they perceive as the benefits of being a part of our community. The objective of creating this video was to provide more information about who OOWA is, what we do for our members, and why you should be one. We were touched by all the kind words that we heard from our members, and would love for you to hear them too! We encourage you to share this video widely with clients, colleagues and friends in the industry.

As part of OOWA's surplus spending initiative, a videographer was hired to capture the highlights, key moments, and insights shared during the event, providing a glimpse into the valuable experience that is OOWA's Annual Convention & Expo. Click to see our latest video to relive the excitement and knowledge shared this year and get excited to join us in Ottawa in 2025!

Our 2024 OOWA University Scholarship Recipient is Shiva Akhtarian from York University. Thank you, Ontario Rural Wastewater Centre for Sponsoring our scholarship program this year.

Our Annual Convention & Expo 50/50 Raffle raised over $1500- Congratulations to Doug Bingham from Newmarket Precast for winning! We would like to extend an extra special THANK YOU to Doug for donating 90% of his prize back to OOWA's Scholarship Program. We appreciate your ongoing support!

Kathleen Shepherd & Katherine Rentsch- thank you for volunteering your time to sell tickets!

As part of the Communications committee 2023 Workplan, we are excited to announce the release of OOWA’s fourth industry related video resource that covers the basics of installing of a conventional septic tank and in-ground filter bed on the shores of Georgian Bay. In this video we walk you through the initial site works, the excavation for and installation of the septic tank, the excavation of the base of the filter bed, the placement of the filter sand, stone, pipe and filter cloth, the steel bars for future detection of the bed and backfilling of the entire system. This video has been created by the Ontario Onsite Wastewater Association in partnership with the property owners, Father and Son Construction, Onsite Septic Solutions, Tatham Engineering, and the Township of Tiny. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel to stay up to date with OOWA and industry updates!

OOWA’s Regional Meetings are an opportunity for members and non-members alike from across the province to come together, network and learn from each other.

Join OOWA's Programs & Outreach Coordinator, Jenn McCallum, and Vice President, Bill Goodale, to learn more about Septic System Basics and the resources that OOWA has available for rural home and cottage owners.

If you are a rural home or cottage owner with a septic (sewage) system on your property, this video is for you. Learn the do's and don'ts of proper system care and maintenance. Did you know that you shouldn't build a skating rink over your leaching bed; or plant trees nearby; or put your above ground pool on it? Did you know that your system requires healthy bacteria to function and by using anti-bacterial soaps you are hindering its proper functionality? Watch this video to learn more helpful tips you may not have known!

An interview with the recipient of OOWA's University Scholarship Award

Interview with our 2022 College Scholarship Award Recipient.

An interview with our 2022 Young Professional of the Year Recipient

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