Public Works and Services and other government departments work together to provide safe drinking water and effective sewage systems in NWT communities. Our department’s role is to provide technical support:

• reviewing design of water and sewage projects.
• inspections and operational reviews of water supply systems.
• pilot studies for evaluating potential water treatment process upgrades.
• updating and developing technical standards and guidelines.
• commissioning water and sewage systems.
• technical assistance during construction.
• training of water treatment plant operators.
• water sampling and testing.
• reviewing new or improved construction material and equipment.

Staff take part in or give technical advice to a number of committees related to water quality:

• Mackenzie Valley Environmental Impact Review Board
• Regional water and health boards
• NWT Water Committee
• Federal/Provincial Subcommittee on Canadian Drinking Water Quality Guidelines
• NWT Water and Waste Association