March 2—3, 2012
Coast Capri, Kelowna, BC

 

The convention and trade show coming up in a few weeks has plenty to offer onsite wastewater stakeholders.  Sessions on regulatory change, training information, technical sessions and research on new techniques and technologies will provide delegates with plenty of information to take home.

Take advantage of the opportunity to voice your opinions and concerns during the two open forum discussions on regulatory and technical issues.

Participate in the soils field workshop on Sunday, March 4 or take the advanced soils training day on March 1 prior to the start of the convention program.

Industry Update Sessions:

Keynote—Glen Brown, Executive Director, Ministry of Community Resources

SPM Version 3 Introduction & Overview  – Jim Andersen

ASTTBC Training Guidelines—John Leech, ASTTBC

APEGBC Engineering Guidelines—Gilbert Larocque, APEGBC

Open Forum Discussion—Technical Panel

Open Forum Discussion—Regulatory Panel

 

Research Sessions:

Cumulative Effects of Subdivision Developments for Land Use Planning—Dr. Angus Chu, University of Calgary

At Grade Polishing and Dispersal System Installed in British Columbia  – Curt Kerns—Wetlands Pacific

Ecological Sanitation Options for Onsite Systems  – Ian Ralston, B.Sc. PgDipAgEng Eng.L.

Technical Sessions:

Proper System Sizing

Mound Systems – Effective Planning & Installation

Installation & Operation of Float Switches

Evaluating & Servicing ATUs

Phosphorous Removal

The trade show is open to anyone interested in meeting suppliers and learning about the products and technologies available to the onsite wastewater industry.

Convention registration includes attendance at all sessions, meals , banquet and entertainment.

Don’t forget to record your attendance at convention and the workshops in your Professional Development Log to collect your continuing education credits.