November 1, 2023
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November 30 is the deadline for ROWPs to record their CPD points with ASTTBC. WCOWMA-BC has received numerous calls and emails asking how to collect points in the various categories in order to meet the requirements. Here are a few tips: More details are available on ASTTBC’s website as to what types of activities qualify
It’s Time to Record Those Continuing Professional Development Points Read More »
The Association has been contacted by pumpers and installers working in the Fraser Valley Regional District about a lack of available infrastructure for accepting and treating septage. Most homes being built in rural areas rely on septic systems for their wastewater infrastructure. Until the beginning of October this year that has not been a significant issue
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The Mayor of Vernon played a key role in keeping a regulation in place involving septic tank use. During the Union of B.C. Municipalities (UBCM) conference in September, the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen brought forward a resolution to do away with the ‘One Hectare Policy.’ The regulation in question does not permit any property less
‘One Hectare Policy’ in BC Discussed at UBCM Read More »
WCOWMA-BC will be hosting a presentation to homeowners in Celista on rebuilding or repairing their septic system following a wildfire. The presentation will take place on November 1st. Anyone interested in this topic is welcome to attend. Learn More.
Wild Fires and Septic Systems in BC Read More »
Deadline Extended We will select the top ten submissions and put them to our members to be voted on. Submissions should be a maximum of 500 words and may include one JPEG image. Entries submitted may be published in our newsletter or in other WCOWMA publications. Send your stories to kelly@wcowma.com and be sure to use the
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WCOWMA-BC held two soils days during the month of September. The first event on September 7 was up north of Fort St John in Doig River. Member Bruce McColm provided the site that allowed a small group of students to save significant travel time and cost to participate in this field training. Later in the month, on
BC Site & Soils Field Evaluation Workshops Read More »