Alberta Water & Wastewater Operators Association
10806 - 119 Street NW T5H 3P2 Edmonton, AB, Canada

We are pleased to announce that registration for the 46th Annual Operators Virtual Seminar is now open! The Seminar may look a little different this year but we're still excited for you to join us! Through our online platform, you'll be able to engage in workshops, technical presentations and participate in a virtual trade show. https://buff.ly/35id78E

Master Meter Inc. is a Gold Sponsor for the 46th Annual Operators Seminar! Thank you for your support! #AWWOA2021 https://buff.ly/2XS6aqq

"Flushed fish typically die long before they reach the ocean, going into shock upon immersion in the toilet’s cold water, succumbing to the noxious chemicals found in the sewage system, orif they make it this farfinding themselves eliminated at a water treatment plant. But what happens to the few pet fish that survive this harrowing journey, as well as those released directly into the nation’s waterways?" https://www.smithsonianmag.com//giant-goldfish-caught-wi/

"EPCOR said the driver of the truck was not injured. The company’s fleet safety team is conducting an investigation. EPCOR Water Canada was on site Thursday afternoon making repairs to the hydrant." https://globalnews.ca//southwest-edmonton-fire-hydrant-s/

"The venture, known as the Horsefly Regional Emergency Spillway Project, will employ about 150 workers over several years and consists of upgrades to the existing reservoir, enlarging 14 kilometres of irrigation canals and the St. Mary River main canal." https://canada.constructconnect.com//a-decade-in-the-makin

Opportunities are still available to purchase a booth at the #AWWOA2021 Virtual Trade Show! Check out this recorded session to see a quick overview of the virtual app, Whova. https://buff.ly/3bV8gxJ For more info and to sign up, visit our website: https://buff.ly/3p3uMbu

AWWOA is now accepting nominations for the 2021 Executive Board! Demonstrate your commitment to the water and wastewater industry. Have your say in Association and government programs and network with peers.... For more information, visit https://buff.ly/2MPww9G

"By studying the surface chemistry of both coagulants and microplastics, Lapointe optimized the water treatment process to successfully target and remove microplastics such as polyethylene, polyester fibres and polystyrene debris." https://reporter.mcgill.ca/mcgill-researcher-recognized-fo/

"The spills were among 140 leaks identified by city staff who scoured 400 kilometres of watermain using new technology that bounces an acoustic signal between hydrants to pinpoint places where water is escaping." https://www.cbc.ca//hamilton/leak-drinking-water-1.5814022

Dave Noack is a staple in our Edmonton classroom. With 10 years of experience working on military bases across Canada, you can catch him teaching everything from Level I to Math & Support Systems. For more information about Dave and our other instructors, visit https://buff.ly/3jVUjjt.

Over the past few months, we have been working diligently with our hotels and providers to safely bring back training to the classroom. To help keep operators safe and comply with the latest government regulations, we've developed a number of preventative measures for in-class training. For more details on these changes, visit awwoa.ca/training/COVID19. With these precautions, we are happy to announce the... 2020-21 training calendar is now available! To view all dates and to register, visit https://lnkd.in/gY693nb.

Emma Greenwood, a 16-year-old in Manchester came up with an idea to help solve the environmental problems caused by putting damaging materials down drains and toilets: adding cigarette style packaging to wet wipes. https://metro.co.uk//teenager-creates-cigarette-packet-s/

Congratulations to the victorious Team 1 for taking home the 2020 Golf Tournament Trophy! Last year's winners Dalen Crouse and Doug Riddell were joined by Nancy McAteer and John Michalopoulos. https://buff.ly/2WsbmPr

Do you know a First Nations person, community or organization that deserves recognition for their leadership and dedication in ensuring that First Nations have ...access to clean water? Nominate them for the 2021 National First Nations Water Leadership Award! Deadline for nominations: January 8, 2021. http://ow.ly/Amsg50CtF8p See more

Congratulations to the winners of the Longest Putt Hole Game at our 3rd Annual Golf Tournament, Nancy McAteer and Bryan Blaylock! https://buff.ly/2WsbmPr

Thank you to MPE Engineering Ltd. for sponsoring the Longest Drive Hole Game at our 3rd Annual Golf Tournament! Congratulations to our winners Doug Riddell and Jason Schneider. https://buff.ly/2WsbmPr

By being apart of the 2021/22 AWWOA Executive Board, you'll have a unique opportunity to engage and learn with fellow operators who work all across the province! The nomination deadline is December 1. For more information and to see open positions, visit https://buff.ly/2ThjimC

Typically presented at the Seminar, we missed out on the opportunity to hand out the Past Chair Award this year. We were happy to finally present Paresh Dhariya with the award earlier this week! Thank you for your contributions and the ones to come!

Thank you to Associated Engineering for sponsoring the Closest to the Pin Hole Game at our 3rd Annual Golf Tournament! Congratulations to our winners John Michalopoulos and Gerald Veldman! https://buff.ly/2WsbmPr

"The City of Calgary's water treatment plant is currently experiencing higher levels of Geosmin, a compound produced by algae, bacteria and fungus commonly found in surface water." Despite the different smell and taste, officials say there are no health concerns related to consuming tap water. https://www.discoverairdrie.com//city-says-funky-smelling-

Integrity Key to Success, Says Water Safety Expert Canadians count on safe water flowing from their taps, and Dr. Steve Hrudey, P.Eng., has dedicated his career to ensuring that happens. Producing consistently high-quality, safe drinking water requires investment and commitment. It doesn’t just happenit requires skilled, knowledgeable operators."... APEGA https://discoverapega.ca//integrity-key-to-success-says-w/

Thank you to everyone who's helped make our Return to Classroom Training a success! For more information regarding AWWOA and Hotel Safety Measures, visit https://awwoa.ca/training/covid19. To view our upcoming in-class training opportunities, visit https://awwoa.ca/training/courses-offered.

If you're looking for another opportunity to earn CEUs, join Alvin Pilobello and Western Canada Water for this workshop in October! Art of Collaboration Workshop Series Oct 21 - 12:00 - 1:30 pm Oct 28 - 12:00 - 1:30 pm... All AWWOA members receive the $75.00 + GST rate. You must be signed in to receive member rate. REFUNDS WILL NOT BE ISSUED if you register at the non-member rate. https://www.wcwwa.ca/events/EventDetails.aspx

"Sutter has been travelling through Alberta and Saskatchewan during the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure that everyone has safe drinking water, and that water and wastewater plants are running. " https://www.estevanmercury.ca//kevin-sutter-receives-recog

"This project, Reservoir 365, is imperative to continue to provide adequate water suppression in the event of a fire as well as clean drinking water for the south end of Peace River." https://www.prrecordgazette.com//new-reservoir-helps-impro

AWWOA is offering a variety of courses this October, including certification preparation for all levels! If you're in need of training this fall, check out our calendar. AWWOA members receive $100.00 off each course registration. https://awwoa.ca/training/training-calendar

Researchers have used biosolids to produce hydrogen from wastewater, in new technology that supports the comprehensive recycling of one of humanity’s unlimited resources sewage. By harnessing the power of biosolids to produce a fully clean fuel from biogas while simultaneously preventing greenhouse gas emissions we can deliver a true environmental and economic win. https://scitechdaily.com/how-to-harness-the-power-of-bioso/

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Monday in Medicine Hat at the Connaught Golf Club for our 3rd Annual Golf Tournament! The weather may have been cool but it wasn't enough to dampen anyone's spirit.

Issues of elevated lead levels are typically related to homes built before 1950. "It is rare to find lead in Calgary’s drinking water. It is not naturally occurring in the Bow and Elbow rivers and there are no lead pipes at the water treatment plants or in the network of means that distribute water throughout the city. https://globalnews.ca//73/calgary-lead-pipe-removal-plan/

"A solution to the Town of Okotoks' water issue is one step closer after the town and Foothills County officially formalized their solution: a supplemental water pipeline that would transport water from the Bow River to be treated in processing facilities within the Foothills." https://okotoksonline.com//county-and-town-of-okotoks-one-

The transport of coronaviruses in water could increase the potential for the virus to become aerosolised, particularly during the pumping of wastewater through sewerage systems, at the wastewater treatment works, and during its discharge." Water Canada https://www.watercanada.net/sewage-poses-potential-covid-1/

Thank you to MPE Engineering Ltd., Algae Control Canada, Associated Engineering, and Eramosa Engineering for sponsoring today’s tournament!

Thanks to everyone who came out today to our 3rd Annual Golf Tournament! Our teams are out on the green enjoying a day outside!

Upgrades at the EPCOR Canada E.L. Smith Water Treatment Plant were delayed due to close proximity required between fluoride treatment staff. Now officials are saying to expect the compound that is odorless and tasteless to make a return later in the fall. https://www.sprucegroveexaminer.com//fluoride-to-remain-ab

The Town of Onoway is looking for two individuals to fill the role of Public Works Operator, one temporary and one permanent. A valid Alberta Operator's License class 3 with air breaks and a minimum of Grade 12 education are required. Level I Water or Wastewater certification would be considered an asset. #WorkforWater #WaterJobs... Visit our website for full position and application details. https://awwoa.ca/careers/career-posting

Congratulations to our Executive Director, Dan Rites for receiving this year's H.M. Bailey Award from Western Canada Water! The award acknowledges long, faithful and meritorious service in the field of public water and/or wastewater. Be sure to check out your copy of the Western Canada Water magazine for more!