View the WCOWMA February 1, 2026 Newsletter

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The Winter 2025 digital edition of Onsite Informer is now available to read online. This issue features practical, timely content for onsite wastewater professionals, including a Septic Awareness Q&A (Part 1), guidance on emergency sewerage system repairs in British Columbia, insights on protecting property value through proper site planning, and updates from WCOWMA and its

Private Sewage Disposal Systems Regulation Reviewed A regional review outlines updated inspection and variance procedures for private sewage systems, emphasizing installer certification and homeowner education across Western provinces. Read full story.

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Since COVID-19, WCOWMA has successfully delivered live virtual sessions with our experienced trainers. These sessions remain central to the program, giving learners direct access to expert guidance and opportunities to connect with peers. The key change now underway is the migration of paper-based modules into a modern Learning Management System (LMS). This step replaces mailed

WCOWMA hosted the 2025 Septic Awareness Week from September 15 – 19, 2025. Over the course of the week, WCOWMA’s provincial chapters provided a series of Septic Sense webinars for homeowners on the proper operation and maintenance of their onsite wastewater treatment systems. Each day, WCOWMA posted information on our social media on operation and

View the WCOWMA October 1, 2025 Newsletter.

View the July 11, 2025 WCOWMA newsletter (Septic Awareness Week Update) 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