Knowledge is essential in any program. Education, coordination and knowledge transfer all contribute to environmental protection.
These initiatives will lead to increased public confidence and performance assurance.
What You Should Know
The water that leaves your home is called wastewater. Wastewater is discharged back to a body of water after it is treated. It is important to prevent hazardous
materials from being flushed down the drains as they can eventually reach the aquatic environment. Be aware of the sewer by-laws in your community, which provide
information on the materials that should not be flushed. Wastewater treatment plants are not designed to treat hazardous material. Remember: we all have
a role to play in protecting our environment.
For more information on how to conserve water and manage other household wastes, see:
National Coordination
The Canada-wide Strategy for the Management of
Municipal Wastewater Effluent addresses issues related to governance, wastewater facility performance, effluent quality and quantity, and infrastructure
needs in a way that provides consistency and clarity to the wastewater sector across Canada. The strategy seeks to improve the protection of environmental
and human health. Alberta Environment and Parks participated in developing this strategy and our effluent requirements are consistent, if not more stringent,
than the strategy's.
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Updated: Jun 8, 2018