AWWOA 50th Annual Seminar

Registered Delegates: Pick up your delegate package that has all you will need for the week!

ONSITE REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

• Full week and single day passes are SOLD OUT.  There is no on-site registration for these packages.
• Trade Show viewing only - passes for the trade show can be purchased onsite for $100+GST per person.  Note that this pass does not have access to the technical program or networking events (access ends Tuesday).

Information Counter: Ask your questions about the Seminar and the events for the week here.

Exhibitors - booth envelopes are available for pick up Monday Mar 10th after 11:00 am. Changes to your name tags can also be made at this location. For questions about your booth, please contact kmihaychuk@awwoa.ca 

• 2025 DELEGATE BAG SPONSORS - Taber Solids Control
• 2025 LANYARD SPONSORS - ISL

Current methods are falling short in addressing non-revenue water (NRW) reduction in Canada, where water conservation, operational efficiency, and accurate billing are critical priorities. This session will highlight success stories from real-world utilities that have embraced integrated Acoustic Leak Detection (ALD) technology to monitor and alert to distribution side leakage with precision.
By accelerating leak detection and improving accuracy, these utilities have significantly reduced their cost per identified leak and tackled low-hanging opportunities to reduce their water loss. Advanced water meter technology is proving to be a game-changer, enabling utilities to take meaningful strides toward sustainable water management.
Attendees will gain actionable insights and strategies to adopt these innovative solutions, transforming water distribution systems into models of environmental responsibility and operational excellence. Moreover, these advancements can help utilities stabilize their infrastructure, preventing catastrophic water main breaks and staying out of unwanted headlines. This presentation underscores the tangible benefits of integrating cutting-edge technologies, making a compelling case for sustainability-driven modernization.

Asset Management is a focus for public works departments across Canada. The foundation of a strong Asset Management plan is an accurate asset inventory:
     - What does the municipality own?
     - Where is it located?
     - What condition is it in?
     - What is the expected remaining life?
     - What is the replacement cost?

As-built drawings can generally be used to answer question, but asset location and condition can only be determined with field studies.

We will present Asset Management concepts for water infrastructure and practical and cost-effective techniques for gathering the required field data. Operators can then use this field data to more effectively run their systems, as well as implement strategies to extend asset life and functionality.

Detailed case studies will be used to explain all concepts and techniques. These best-practice examples are based on our work with more than 150 municipalities across Canada. Each example will include a discussion of available equipment.

Specific workshop topics will include:
     - Asset location - using and updating GIS maps for infrastructure location (hydrants; manholes; pipes; etc)
     - Flow monitoring for sanitary and storm sewers
     - Corrosion monitoring in sanitary and storm sewers
     - Condition assessments; including sewer smoke testing; CCTV inspection; water system leak detection and others.

We will provide feedback from operators that have employed these techniques; as well as how the field data is being used in system operations and planning. We will display equipment and have interactive portions throughout the workshop.

NOTE: You must have a separate, paid registration to attend this workshop (NOT included in a full seminar registration).  If you have not received a receipt and confirmation of workshop registration, entrance will not be permitted.  On-site registration or walkups are NOT accepted.

A variety of Trade Show Booths highlighting the latest industry products, services and technologies. Play the "FIND THE HYDRANT GAME" for great prizes. Check your registration package for details. 

Make your way to the Pine Room and place your bid on a treasure! All proceeds go to the Water School.

Thank you to Aquatech Diving & Marine Services , Capital H2O, IVIS Inc. and Napier-Reid for their generous contributions to today's lunch.

Please pick up your Auction Items by 5:00pm

Calling all Women of Water!  Join us for the third year of this event as we share the many successes and stories of women working in the water and wastewater industry.  

Join us at the Elk & Oarsman Pub for Pub Night. Enjoy appetizers, drinks and conversation with your fellow industry professionals. Thank you to ACC Water Solutions Inc. and Klearwater Equipment and Technologies for Sponsoring this event!