On the 25th anniversary of the Walkerton tragedy, CELA emphasizes the ongoing risks to drinking water in Ontario, especially in non-municipal systems, and calls for the implementation of the Auditor General's recommendations.
Ontario lacks oversight for non-municipal drinking water systems, putting 20% of residents at risk.
CELA and 27 groups urge Ontario to improve safety of non-municipal drinking water systems serving over three million people.
In this blog, CELA raises concerns about a proposed phase out of free testing of private well water by public health labs in Ontario.
CELA's response to the Ministry's proposals to exempt harmful activities from licensing requirements.
The Ontario Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks is proposing to exempt certain waste management systems, storm water management, and water-taking from licensing requirements.
