2024 Annual General Meeting Notice

OOWA’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) is taking place at our Annual Convention on Sunday, March 03, 2024 at 4:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.  Please join us for some exciting announcements, Board member elections and to discuss where we are heading in 2024.  This year we will offer the ability to attend virtually via ZOOM. Details […]

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OOWA’s 2023 Fall/Winter edition of the Onsite newsletter was released!

In this edition: Meet OOWA’s newest staff member, Claire! How Being Too Busy Can be Bad for Business Engaging the Next Generation 2024 Convention Keynote Speaker Announcement Saying farewell to a champ How can your OOWA membership save you money? Chamber vs. Leaching Chambers in Shallow Buried Trench Leaching Beds and more! […]

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Submit a presentation proposal for our Annual Convention

Here are the details for submitting a presentation proposal. The deadline to submit a presentation abstract is Friday, September 29, 2023. We are especially seeking technical presentations and case studies. Email info@oowa.org with the following: Your presentation abstract (one page, up to 500 words) A brief bio of the presenter Photo of the presenter Your availability to […]

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OOWA’s 2023 Summer edition of the Onsite newsletter released!

In this edition: Conservation Authorities Reporting on Watersheds Across Ontario Exploring affordable options for private water and septic technologies Upcoming OOWA events OOWA’s 2022-2023 industry award recipients 5 Considerations if you’re on the fence about electric equipment OOWA 2020 scholarship update OOWA’s 2022-2023 scholarship winners Long time OOWA member, Glenn Pembleton, passes Ontario One Call […]

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New webpages on our website about training and qualification for industry roles

Would you like to become a qualified professional within the onsite #wastewater #industry? 👩‍🔧👷 OOWA has added four #NEW webpages to guide your professional journey: https://www.oowa.org/training/. Check out each page here: How to become a qualified designer of onsite sewage systems How to become a qualified and registered onsite sewage system inspector (Building Inspector) How […]

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OOWA’s 2023 Convention edition of the Onsite newsletter released!

In this edition: What’s new in the CAN/BNQ 3680-600 /2023 Standard? Details about OOWA’s 2023 Annual Convention and Expo (March 26-28) Sustainability – Good for business Managing the contractual risks of Ontario’s new excess soils regulations Experience the end of ragging with DERAGGER technology OOWA’s engagement in MMAH consultation processes, and advocacy for our industry […]

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OOWA Industry Award Nominations

Do you know of an OOWA member or organization whose work is exceptional, towards improving the industry, communities, and the environment? If so, please nominate them them for one of our awards! The nomination form and award details are provided below. The deadline for nominations is Friday, February 10, 2023 at 5:00 pm. […]

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OOWA’s Fall/Winter 2022 Onsite Newsletter released!

In this edition, you’ll find the following content: An insider’s look into Clearford’s First Nations operations Site evaluation, loading determination, and treatment train components Funding sources for property owners to repair or replace onsite sewage systems Finding malfunctioning septic systems New guidance for source protection for non-municipal drinking water Employee recruitment, retention, and turnover Ontario […]

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OOWA’s Regional Meetings are back!

Join us in-person throughout the Province to network with colleagues and learn from fellow industry professionals. In a casual setting, enjoy socializing over a beer and burgers with the folks you likely haven’t seen in over two years. Each Regional Meeting will feature two or three speakers addressing industry and region specific topics. We’ve missed […]

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OOWA’s Summer 2022 Newsletter out now!

In this edition, you’ll find the following content: Partnering with community, building for better living Installers Corner, featuring Dan Friesen of ESI Group Meet the OOWA new staff member Passive technology helped two rural schools managing their wastewater OOWA’s annual scholarship and industry award announcements Six things to consider when acquiring a skid steer Managing […]

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