Ontario Water Consortium Submits Proposal for the Ontario Water Advantage Program
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. Why OWAP, and Why Now Canada’s water and wastewater systems face mounting pressures from aging infrastructure, climate volatility, emerging contaminants, cyber risks, and rising demands from housing, energy, and industrial development. While [...]
OWC Innovation Showcase Fall Series: Connecting Research and Innovation Across Ontario
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. The series opened with a deep dive into the integration of engineering, biology, and data science at McMaster University. Dr. Herb Schellhorn, Dr. Faizan Saleem, and Dr. Ravi Selvaganapathy introduced [...]
PFAS Management in Canada Workshop: Driving Collaboration and Solutions
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. As a partner for the [...]