NEWS, FEATURES, OWAP
January 5, 2025
The Ontario Water Consortium has submitted a proposal for funding to establish the Ontario Water Advantage Program (OWAP). This initiative is designed to accelerate the commercialization and adoption of Ontario-made solutions to build resilient and sustainable water systems, supporting national priorities while strengthening infrastructure and driving economic growth. [...]
NEWS, PARTNERSHIP, EVENTS
November 25, 2025
This fall, the Ontario Water Consortium hosted its Innovation Showcase Fall Series, a three-part webinar program highlighting applied research and interdisciplinary collaboration across Ontario’s water sector. With over 200 registrants from academia, government, and industry, the series showcased emerging tools and partnerships advancing sustainable water monitoring, treatment, and ecosystem restoration. [...]
NEWS, PARTNERSHIPS, EVENTS
November 12, 2025
On September 16, 2025, Urban Water TMU hosted the PFAS Management in Canada Workshop, bringing together government representatives, municipal operators, researchers, consultants, technology providers, non-profits, and academics to address the pressing challenges posed by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Canadian water systems and biosolids. The workshop combined keynote presentations, panels, and interactive roundtable discussions to explore governance frameworks, emerging treatment technologies, and strategies for mitigating PFAS risks while preserving the agricultural value of biosolids. [...]
