Wastewater Services

The basic function of this division is the administration, operation, and maintenance of the municipal wastewater treatment and collections systems in the Town of Innisfil. As well, the handling and land application of municipal biosolids under the Nutrient Management Act.

Wastewater services works diligently with the Ministry of the Environment, Ministry of Agriculture, and supporting partners to ensure the effective handling and treatment of municipal waste water and its by-products. Various challenges focus on environmental protection from the detrimental influence imposed from everyday water usage. This occurs by capturing and treating various nutrients and other prevalent wastewater constituents, filtering and minimizing the harmful elements, and reintroducing them into the environment at controlled doses and in areas of minimal impact.

Through best management practices and technological advancements, Innisfil Wastewater division is committed to maintaining the health of our environment and protecting Lake Simcoe and its water shed for all of us to enjoy.

Outline of the Wastewater Personnel and Responsibilities

The Wastewater Division of Infrastructure & Engineering is under the direct supervision of the Superintendent of Wastewater Operations, Wesley Cyr (Class 3 WWT/C). This Division has four licensed Wastewater Operators (Class 1 and/or Class 2 Wastewater  Treatment/ Collections) to perform the Operation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant(s) and associated Collection System(s).  Our maintenance mechanic also supports the specialized needs of other divisions within the Town of Innisfil, i.e. Water Works, Administration, Libraries, Parks & Recreation, Roads and Buildings.

Wastewater Collection and Treatment Operations involves:

• Flow monitor, control and recording
• Collection of wastewater samples which are sent to an independent Laboratory; results are sent to the M.O.E.
• Sampling and application of biosolids on agricultural land
• Analyzing microbiological effectiveness
• Return Activated Sludge (RAS) and Waste Activated Sludge (WAS) control
• Chemical feed rates and applications
• Sewer main and lateral locates for various contractors and residents
• Investigate complaints for lateral blockages and odours
• Building maintenance
• Flow and sampling reports
• Pump station operation and maintenance
• Collection system flushing and cleaning
• Ensuring that biosolids are spread on receiving field in conformance with their certificates of approvals as issued by the Ministry of Environment
• Conduct plant tours for various schools and organizations
• Various other duties involving resident inquiries and complaints that are directed to this service area

 

Wastewater Operators are required to be licensed by the Ministry of Environment to keep the Treatment Plants and Collection Systems within compliance to their associated Certificates of Approval.

 

2010 Wastewater Reports

 

Alcona South Sewer Flushing

 

More Information on the Wastewater Treatment Plant and Collection Systems

 

Alcona North Sewer Flushing

 

Sewer Backup Information - What You Should Do

 

Links
http://www.oowa.org/resources/index.html  - Ontario Onsite Wastewater Association has a number of informative articles about septic systems
http://www.on1call.com/HomeDig.html  - Homeowner’s Guide to Ontario One Call – Bell Canada, Enbridge Gas
http://www.ene.gov.on.ca/en/water/lakesimcoe/index.php - Lake Simcoe Act information provided by the Ontario Ministry of Environment, links to other aspects of the Act are provided
http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/nm/nasm/agusesbio.htm - The Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs webpage for Frequently Asked Questions about Sewage Biosolids.  Links to other relevant information are available.