NEWS RELEASE
NIAGARA REGION
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Niagara Region’s six water treatment facilities have obtained a 100 per cent rating from the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks (the Ministry) during their inspections for the period of 2022-23.
A 100 per cent rating demonstrates Niagara Region’s commitment to going above and beyond the multi-barrier, health-based drinking water quality standards mandated by the province.
The Ministry performs scheduled and unscheduled inspections of water treatment facilities annually to ensure compliance with provincial regulations. Beyond water quality monitoring, these inspections look at various aspects of water operations, including reporting, record keeping, and certification and training. Delivering safe and reliable drinking water and efficient service delivery is at the forefront of daily operations for both Niagara Region and the local area municipalities.
“The news that Niagara’s drinking water is once again proven to be among the best in Ontario is a wonderful way to cap off national Drinking Water Week,” said Phill Lambert, Acting Director, Water-Wastewater Services. “Achieving 100 per cent compliance from the Ministry highlights the important work that Niagara Region’s dedicated Water-Wastewater staff provide to our communities.”
Niagara Region is committed to ensuring residents receive the highest quality drinking water each day. This is achieved by the continuous improvement efforts by Niagara Region’s water and wastewater division staff. Learn more about Niagara's tap water here.
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