2025 Convention Program AvailableThe recordings from the 2025 BC Convention are now available for those who missed the live program and wish to take advantage of the learning available through the video recordings. This activity is eligible for CPD points if recorded under the correct category with either ASTTBC or EGBC. For more information on […]

Mark your calendars!Septic Awareness Week is around the corner! Taking place from September 15 to 19, 2025, this annual event highlights the importance of proper septic system care. As part of our ongoing commitment to public education, WCOWMA aims to help homeowners understand the value of maintaining a healthy onsite wastewater system. This initiative runs

The bane of every maintenance provider’s existence is back in the news. From Windsor, Ontario to Metro Vancouver, BC, regional districts and municipalities are urging residents to stop throwing so-called “flushable” wipes in the toilet. “Wipes don’t break down like toilet paper — they cause clogs that jam pipes, pumps and other infrastructure. Yet, many are

The installation season is once again upon us, and with that, the development of system designs and information pertaining to specific sites and clients. Each year, the association receives member reports of copyright infringement. What does that mean? Basically, a designer or contractor has designed an onsite wastewater system for a client and has then

WCOWMA-BC is collecting feedback from members on changes they would like to see in the BC SPM. This feedback will be forwarded to the Ministry of Health for their consideration. If you have suggestions for change or clarification in the SPM, please fill out the brief survey.

The B.C. Employer Training Grant (ETG) is a cost-sharing grant program that funds small, medium and large enterprises to support skills training for their workforces, including prospective new hires. The program helps British Columbians access the skills training required to adapt to the labour market’s changing job requirements, while also encouraging employer involvement in skills training. The Employer Training

Update Your Mailing Address Don’t miss out on your chance to receive the Summer 2025 issue of WCOWMA’s Onsite Informer Magazine!Take a moment to contact our office with your updated address. Be A Part of the Magazine WCOWMA is sourcing articles for publication in our printed magazine, which includes information, news, and events from each of the Western provinces.Articles submitted may

Do you have an onsite wastewater system installation coming up? We need your help! Our students require a Site and Soil Field Evaluation Day to complete their Onsite Wastewater Practitioner Training Program, and we’re calling on our valued contractor members across Western Canada to assist us. This hands-on experience is critical to our students’ learning

The Districts of Coldstream and Lake Country have resolutions to discuss at the annual Interior municipal convention, though none were expected to be supported. One of note for the onsite wastewater community is the “Ministerial Oversight of Proposed Sewage (Septic) Systems.”  The resolution was to: The agenda document stated the SILGA Resolutions Committee recommended both