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PROJECTS l POLICY l INNOVATION
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2024
VOLUME 24, NUMBER 6
FEATURES
10 Exploring the potential of hybrid wastewater solutions
to cut costs, reduce emissions, and boost biodiversity.
By Mark Douglas Wessel
WASTEWATER
14 Wastewater surveillance is enhancing health and
safety initiatives at remote industrial camps.
By Michael Bosdet
INNOVATION
18 Canadian researchers lead the world with AI-based
solutions.
By Treena Hein
DRINKING WATER
21 KSB develops a custom pump for Atwater Montréal
pumping station refurbishment.
By Bryan Orchard
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CONSERVATION
24 Making outdoor exploration accessible for all kids.
By Monica Seidel
STORMWATER
26 Due to climate change there has been an increase in
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Editor’s Note
the frequency and intensity of storms, creating
extensive rainfall events.
It is our collective story that
will shape the future of water.
By Brian King
PLASTICS
First Drops
29 Will UN negotiators secure binding targets on plastic
Canada strengthens protection
of freshwater with the launch
of Canada Water Agency.
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By Gordon Feller
CASE STUDY
Top 50 Projects Update
The District of Tofino is proud
to announce that the Tofino
Wastewater Treatment Plant is
now operational.
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production and pollution?
33 A feasibility study paves the way for future water
infrastructure and design.
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By Mike Lam and Angela Steward
H20PINION
36 How misinformation, political clout, and unchecked
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drainage threaten Saskatchewan’s wetlands.
New and novel wastewater
treatment technologies provide
exciting opportunities to
improve the efficiency of both
new and existing municipal and
industrial wastewater
treatment facilities.
By Trevor Herriot
By Manav Singhla and
Lori Goldberg
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