Policy Edit

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Policy Text:

To ensure that existing and new sanitary sewer and related pipes cease to be or never become a significant drinking water threat, where such an activity is or would be a significant drinking water threat, the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks shall ensure Environmental Compliance Approvals include terms and conditions that, when implemented, will reduce the risk to drinking water sources. Terms and conditions may include, but not be limited to, increased inspection and monitoring protocols, improved leak detection and documentation of maintenance and repairs.

Monitoring Text:

(HC-CW-1.6): Where the Source Protection Plan policies require a provincial ministry to amend a Prescribed Instrument, or issue a new Prescribed Instrument, the applicable Ministry shall provide a summary of the actions taken. The applicable ministry shall provide a written report summarizing this information to the Source Protection Authority by February 1st of each year.