The following information was distributed this past week to FVRD pumpers using the Chilliwack receiving facility. Rather than opening up better access for septage based on previous concerns, there is even further decreased access for pumpers and thus for homeowners in this region. This is a critical issue as septic systems require regular cleaning. WCOWMA-BC

The Association was fortunate to have the sponsorship and support of some of our member manufacturer and supplier base for an installation field day held in Scotch Creek in early November. The system installed was a seepage bed using pressure distribution to service a five-bedroom home. The home has not yet been constructed. While planning

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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

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