The Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) has released a letter (attached) regarding the implementation of Bylaws 725 and 830 which address the development around Shuswap Lake. In particular, Electoral Area “C” (South Shuswap) and Electoral Area “F” (North Shuswap) are now subject to the Development Permit Guidelines set out in their respective bylaws. The CSRD

The Board of Directors will undertake a bylaw review during 2014, in advance of the 2015 Annual General Meeting. Bylaw reviews are undertaken every couple of years in order to ensure member’s interests are protected. Any member in good standing may bring forth a suggestion for bylaw reform to be presented for approval at the next AGM.

The association is currently building its public education platform. The Board has identified two target groups: homeowners and municipal / regional districts. Presentations are being developed for both groups. Presentations to homeowners focus on the regulatory framework, proper operation and maintenance of their systems, and the importance and requirement for using an authorized person to

Curriculum Development Maintenance Provider The Maintenance Provider Curriculum Development Committee is working on the training material for this program under the leadership of Garth Millan, WCOWMA-BC Vice-President. Currently, the committee is reviewing resource material and developing appropriate slide decks, handouts and quizzes to support the  course outline and anticipated outcomes. The committee hopes to have the program ready for release later in 2014. Enhanced

BCWWA Annual Conference Seminar: How to Build Robust Asset Management Plans that Prepare You for the Unexpected   Sunday Seminar at the BCWWA 42nd Annual Conference & Trade Show Date: Sunday, May 4, 2014 | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Location: Whistler Conference Centre, Whistler, BC Cost: $499 Asset management planning is an essential tool for evaluating risks,

How to Use the Forum WCOWMA and its provincial chapters have launched a forum! If you haven’t tried it out yet, here’s how to get started: You will need your username and password to access the forum. Most members should have one, but if you don’t, or you can’t remember it, please contact our office

The presidents of the four provincial chapters under the WCOWMA umbrella met on April 8 in Calgary, AB. The focus of the meeting was to discuss an overall strategic plan for WCOWMA, to share news and activities from each province and to identify areas of joint interest. A common area of interest is training for

Those registered on the Ministry of Health’s notification list would have received the email notice below announcing the release of the SPM V3 for public consultation. This is likely the last opportunity stakeholders will have to express any concerns, ask questions or otherwise comment on the SPM V3 prior to its publication and adoption. If