Events

Unlocking Innovation: Wastewater Process Intensification Workshop

On December 4th, 2023, the Ontario Water Consortium (OWC) and Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA) played host to a Wastewater Process Intensification Workshop, with generous sponsorship from Veolia Water Technologies. This gathering was the second in a series and was designed to address the pressing challenges brought about by population and employment growth in Ontario [...]

2023-12-14T20:27:19+00:00December 5th, 2023|Events, News|

Ontario’s Water Nexus: Bridging Academia, Enterprise, and Municipalities

Canada’s water utility sector came alive from November 12-15, as leaders from academia, enterprise, and municipalities converged at the Canadian Water and Wastewater Association's National Water and Wastewater Conference. This event, hosted at the Sheraton Fallsview in Niagara Falls, Ontario, aimed to bridge the gap between these three essential pillars in the pursuit of innovative [...]

2023-12-06T19:37:35+00:00November 16th, 2023|Events, Features, News|

Lambton Water Summit 2023 Unravels PFAS Challenges and Solutions

The Lambton Water Summit 2023, held on October 3rd, brought together experts from various fields to discuss one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time: the presence of Polyfluroalkyl Substances (PFAS) in our water and wastewater. Co-hosted by Lambton College and the Ontario Water Consortium (OWC), and featuring a lineup of distinguished speakers, [...]

2023-11-17T19:37:55+00:00October 10th, 2023|Events, Features, News|

Exploring Indigenous Cultural Competency: A Journey of Understanding

On September 28, 2023, an enlightening event titled "Indigenous Cultural Competency: An Introduction", organized and funded by the Ontario Water Consortium’s Water Industry Growth Program, offered a diverse group of participants from the water sector a unique opportunity to delve into the rich tapestry of Indigenous cultures, histories, and contemporary issues including water challenges. Rachel [...]

2024-03-01T15:38:40+00:00October 5th, 2023|Events, Features, News, Water Industry Growth Program|

Fostering Inclusivity: IDEA Essentials Certificate Program Advances Equality in Southern Ontario’s Water Industry

On June 8, 2023, a virtual event sparked a transformative opportunity for Southern Ontario’s water industry. The Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) Essentials Certificate Program, organized and funded by the Ontario Water Consortium’s Water Industry Growth Program, and conducted in collaboration with CCDI Consulting Inc., offered comprehensive training to business leaders, board members, and [...]

2023-07-10T15:53:20+00:00July 10th, 2023|Events, Features, News, Water Industry Growth Program|

Kick-Off Event: Investigating New Forever Chemicals in Canadian Water Systems Project

On April 27, 2023, the Ontario Water Consortium (OWC) hosted a project Kick-off event titled “Investigating new forever chemicals in Canadian water systems”. A diverse group of stakeholders was brought together, including academic researchers, industry experts, and project partners, to share knowledge and expertise on the issue of per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The event [...]

2023-05-15T18:48:35+00:00May 15th, 2023|Events, Features, News, Partnership|

OWC’s Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Certificate Program

Zero Cost, Maximum Impact: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Certificate Program A program for Southern Ontario companies in the areas of inclusion, diversity, equity and inclusion for water industry leaders and employees. In collaboration with CCDI Consulting Inc., OWC is offering water industry business leaders, board members and employees the opportunity to complete the Equity, [...]

2023-04-14T14:06:37+00:00April 14th, 2023|Events, Features, News|

OWC’s Water Industry Growth Program Information Sessions

OWC’s Water Industry Growth (WIG) Program ’s objective is to support technology development and adoption within the sector, leading to accelerated growth, further investment by companies, more job creation, greater market competitiveness and long-term resilience of Southern Ontario companies addressing water challenges at the intersection of climate change, sustainability, and society. Check out the WIG [...]

2023-04-17T13:48:41+00:00April 13th, 2023|Events, Features, News|

World Water Day 2023 – Panel Sessions Organized by the Water Institute of the University of Waterloo

World Water Day, held on 22 March every year since 1993, celebrates water, raises awareness, and inspires action to tackle the water and sanitation crisis. Two-panel discussions were organized in the scope of Ontario Water Consortium’s post-secondary institution partner University of Waterloo’s World Water Day celebrations. World Water Day 2023 - Water Careers of the [...]

2023-04-11T14:46:34+00:00April 11th, 2023|Events, News|

Academic Industry Meeting day – AIMday™ 2022

Academic Industry Meeting day, or AIMday™, is an internationally recognized opportunity to tackle questions around a central theme. This highly effective program enables university-based researchers and organizations to connect and bring world-class research to life. By matching an organization’s need for new knowledge with academic expertise, AIMday brings understanding and new perspectives to real-world problems! [...]

2022-08-29T13:12:06+00:00August 29th, 2022|Events, Features, News|
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