WC139 NovDec 2024 - Magazine - Page 8
TOP 50 PROJECTS UPDATE
Tofino’s Wastewater Treatment Plant
$77.7 million • Rank: 29
THE TOFINO WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT is now operational. This
milestone marks a significant achievement for the community, highlighting
years of dedicated effort and collaboration with local First Nations, the Tofino
community, and Federal and Provincial Government partners.
Tofino is located on the traditional territory of the Tla-o-qui-aht
First Nation in the heart of the Clayoquot Sound UNESCO Biosphere
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PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS:
Phase 1 and Phase 2: Construction began in late
2022, covering both phases of the project. Phase 1
included the construction of the treatment facility,
which features advanced UV disinfection to ensure
all effluent meets stringent federal Wastewater
System Effluent Regulations standards. Phase 2
involved upgrading and replacing legacy conveyance
infrastructure and installing new pump stations.
Funding and Collaboration: The project was
made possible through a joint investment from
the Province of British Columbia’s Ministry of
Municipal Affairs and Canada’s Ministry of Housing,
Infrastructure, and Communities through the Investing
in Canada Infrastructure Program, including the
Clean Water and Wastewater Fund Program.
Environmental Impact: The plant will
dramatically improve water quality in traditional
shellfish harvesting areas and critical coastal
habitats, aligning with Tofino’s commitment to
environmental stewardship and sustainability.
Reserve, renowned for its natural beauty and rich marine ecosystems.
The new wastewater treatment plant ensures that Tofino’s sewage is
treated responsibly, protecting this unique marine environment for future
generations. The project, valued at $79.25 million, is the largest capital
project the District of Tofino has ever undertaken and will end the decadeslong practice of discharging untreated effluent into the marine environment.
