BCWWA 2009 News Archive
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Dalhousie University's Eco-Efficiency Centre- Industrial Best Practices for Water Management Guide |
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| Posted September 24, 2009 In partnership with the Salamander Foundation, the Centre has developed Industrial best practices for water management: A guide for industry to help reduce your water footprint. The report covers the current state of water management in industrial parks and discusses the implications that inefficient water use can have on operating costs and public perceptions of environmental responsibility. Industrial best practices for water management is a practical guide for business owners, planners, developers, and managers in industrial park operations, synthesizing the work of academic, professional, governmental, and non-governmental organizations from around the world. It is available on our website at www.dal.ca/eco-efficiency and is a valuable reference guide on reducing resource consumption, enhancing operational efficiency, and incorporating the benefits of sustainable water management into decision-making. Dalhousie University's Eco-Efficiency Centre Phone: 902.461.6704 Email: eecentre@dal.ca Web: www.dal.ca/eco-efficiency/ |
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| Posted September 2009 To boost the presence and recognition of Canadian Water Issues, the Canadian Affairs Committee (CAC) is again hosting a technical session at ACE10 that is restricted to Canadian presenters. This is a perfect opportunity to present your work along with other Canadian presenters at AWWA’s Annual Conference. The Conference will be held in Chicago with the session scheduled for Tuesday afternoon, June 22, 2010. The theme for the session is "Impact/Effect of Green Technologies on the Water Industry." If you are interested in presenting a paper then forward the title and a short abstract by September 25, 2009 to Simon Thomas, sthomas@epcor.ca, (780) 412-7825. To submit a paper to the rest of the program on another topic you must have your abstract submitted to AWWA by September 14, 2009. www.awwa.org/ace10 |
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| September 19-23, 2010 Call for Papers available at www.iwa2010montreal.org/submit-a-paper.asp. Abstracts submitted to IWA will be examined and selected by the Program Committee |
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Public Health Agency of Canada - The Human Pathogens and Toxins Act | ||
| Posted August 13, 2009 The Human Pathogens and Toxins Act (HPTA) establishes legal prohibitions and authorities to govern human pathogens and toxins in Canada. It is designed to protect the health and safety of the public against the risks posed by human pathogens and toxins, while allowing science and research to progress. A new law passed by Parliament requires all persons responsible for activities involving human pathogens or toxins to register their laboratory or facility within 90 days – that is before midnight on September 21, 2009. The registration website can be found at: www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/olsbsl/pathogen/register-eng.php. For further information on who needs to register and the full act CLICK HERE . |
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2006 BC Building Code Backflow Bulletin and Public Review Reminder | ||
| August 7, 2009 The Building and Safety Policy Branch has issued a bulletin outlining current 2006 BC Building Code requirements pertaining to backflow prevention for solar domestic hot water systems. The bulletin has been attached below and is available online through the Building and Safety Policy Branch website Clarification of 2006 BC Building Code Regulations pertaining to Backflow Prevention for Solar Domestic Hot Water Systems In addition, the Province is currently seeking public input on three proposals for changes to Provincial building regulations: High-Efficiency Toilets Solar Hot Water Ready Letters of Assurance |
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A Message from National Collaborating Centre for Environmental Health | ||
| August 7, 2009 To our enviromental health colleagues: Have you visited the NCCEH website lately? If not, we invite you to check out our recent additions which include: - Contracted review on: Surveillance Systems for Emerging Zoonotic Diseases - Presentations on: Indoor air quality in First Nations and Inuit communities, Wind turbines and environmental assessment, Bisphenol-A, Power lines and health, and Pesticide interventions - Directory of public health agencies in Canada Also, the Walkerton Clean Water Centre has a call out for research proposals on Drinking Water (including small systems). Areas of particular interest are: Treatment, Source water, Health, Response, and Preparedness. The first submission deadline is September 30. For more information, go to rac.wcwc.ca/Project/Projects.aspx or contact Lou D'alessandro at ldalessandro@bmts.com. |
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Resilient Cities: Urban Strategies for Transition Times | ||
| October 20 - 22, 2009 A Gaining Ground conference in association with Smart Growth BC and in collaboration with the Canadian Society for Ecological Economics. Date: Oct 20-22, 2009 Location: Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre, 999 Canada Place, Vancouver, BC Website: www.gaininggroundsummit.com Email: info@gaininggroundsummit.com Tel: 250-858-4600 Registration: Register online or by calling 250-472-4747. |
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BCWWA Wants to Hear from You! | ||
| Posted June 25, 2009 BCWWA has recently renovated our online Suggestions & Feedback form and we're interested in what you have to say. If there's something you'd like to see the Association work on, or something you think we're doing a great job with, please let us know! The Suggestions & Feedback form is available here or click the link near the bottom of the left hand navigation menu. |
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US Government "Buy American" Policy | ||
| Posted June 24, 2009 Some BCWWA members recently contacted BCWWA regarding the US Government "Buy American" policy and its impact on Canadian manufacturers and suppliers of piping and other products used in the water and waste industry. This matter was referred to CWWA. Visit www.cwwa.ca or use the following links for further info: 1. Letter from CWWA to WEF & AWWA 2. Response from WEF & AWWA 3. Official US EPA Guidance (including waiver request info) 4. Additional letters are available at www.cwwa.ca. What is your opinion on the "Buy American" policy? How is it affecting your business? BCWWA would like to hear your voice. To discuss this topic with other BCWWA members, visit our FACEBOOK PAGE. |
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Power Smart Energy Efficiency Workshops for Industry | ||
| Posted: March 24, 2009 BC Hydro Power Smart is presenting a series of industrial workshops aimed at helping customers improve their energy efficiency and reduce their operating costs. Each workshop will address a specific area of opportunity for industry. Participants will learn best practices, share ideas and network with industry peers, and leave with increased knowledge that can be put to use immediately. Visit www.bchydro.com/events for more details and to register |
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BCWWA's New Training Program Manager: Doug Simons | ||
Posted December 3, 2008 Doug Simons will be taking on the role of Training Manager for BCWWA. In his new position one of the prime responsibilities will be to head up the Technical Advisory Committee for curriculum review and course updates/upgrades. Doug recently worked as an independent training contractor with Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) as an instructor and course developer and is an Education and Training Specialist with an Instructor’s Development Diploma from UBC. Doug looks forward to working at BCWWA and to working with BCWWA’s instructors and developers to continue their excellent training programs. |
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3rd National Conference on Wastewater Management: Call for Papers! | ||
| September 10- 12, 2009 CWWA is seeking abstracts for the 3rd Canadian National Conference and Policy Forum on Wastewater Management. A poster session will also be featured to supplement the oral presentations . Abstracts of 500 words or less, should be submitted by e-mail to atoth@cwwa.ca on or before March 31, 2009. Authors will be notified by May 30, 2009 of acceptance. |
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