August 21, 2014 – Owen Sound, Ontario – Infrastructure Canada
Representatives gathered today to mark the start of construction at the Wastewater Treatment Plant in Owen Sound, work that includes both upgrading the facility from a primary level of treatment to a secondary level, as well as increasing its volume capacity.
Converting the plant from a primary level of treatment to a secondary level will allow for additional filtration and disinfection of wastewater before it is discharged back into the area's catchment basin, Owen Sound Bay, while the installation of ultraviolet disinfection will further improve water quality.
These upgrades will enable the City of Owen Sound to meet the Government of Canada's Wastewater Systems Effluent Regulations while reducing the negative impacts of wastewater effluent on human health and the environment.
"Our Government understands that effective treatment of wastewater is essential to ensuring the health and well-being of our communities, and safeguarding our waterways. We are proud to invest in the Owen Sound Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrades as they will significantly improve the quality of water being discharged into Georgian Bay, creating healthier and safer communities in the region, while helping to further protect the environment."
- Larry Miller, Member of Parliament for Bruce—Grey—Owen Sound
Vincent Rabault
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs and
Minister of the Economic Development Agency of Canada for the Regions of Quebec
613-943-1838
Bryan Bossin
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Rural Affairs of Ontario
416-326-3072
A. Ruth Coursey
City Manager
City of Owen Sound
rcoursey@owensound.ca
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Infrastructure Canada
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