The 65th annual Northwestern Ontario Water & Wastewater Conference (NWOWWC) kicked off today at the Victoria Inn in Thunder Bay. The conference welcomed water and wastewater professionals from across Northwestern Ontario.

The conference provides technical education and training for hundreds of water quality professionals who treat water and return it safely to the environment. During the day and a half of sessions, delegates have the opportunity to interact with policy makers, suppliers and other industry professionals but the conference is not just about technical concerns. Throughout the conference, attendees will have the opportunity to network, socialize share talent and explore challenges in the protection and treatment of our water supply.

Featured speakers include Peter Annin who is speaking about the Great Lakes water tension in the 21st century, Lee Sieswerda speaking about the health effects with blue green algae, Tanner Devlin speaking about ammonia limits and lagoons, Aziz Ahmed discussing upcoming regulatory changes among many other great speakers.

“I’m really looking forward to hearing and learning from these great speakers,” said Tony Santos, Emcee – Northwestern Ontario Water & Wastewater Conference. “The itinerary has great variety and is sure to educate and inform all of the water and wastewater professionals who are here from across the region.”

Suppliers and local agencies set up booths displaying water and wastewater equipment, supplies, health and safety product information and operator training opportunities. 

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Contact:       Tony Santos, Emcee - Northwestern Ontario Water & Wastewater Conference, 684-2160