OCWA's Work with First Nations

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Decades of service to communities, First Nations, businesses and industries has built the skills and knowledge of the Ontario Clean Water Agency (OCWA). From groundwater treatment to surface water treatment systems, OCWA provides complete water and wastewater system solutions throughout Ontario.

Trust. It flows from experience & commitment. OCWA is proud to count many First Nations communities, Tribal Councils and organizations as valued partners. Services available include:

24/7 Technical Support and Engineering Services First Response OCWA Engineering has been working with First Sachigo OCWA provides a 24/7 Technical Support and Nations for well over a decade and offers

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Pinery Nation • Wahgoshig Sarnia LONDON I E Chippewas ofE Rthe Thames First Nation • Whitefish River K E A L. L • Zhibaahaasing First St. Clair Moravian of the Thames Rondeau Windsor Nation POINT PELEE The Ontario Clean Water Agency provides a full range of clean water solutions. We serve First Nations, municipalities, institutions, business and industry. OCWA is proud of the relationships we have developed in the spirit of partnership with many First Nations. Our goal is to support First Nations communities through sharing operational knowledge and technical expertise. We believe that all communities in Ontario should have access to clean safe water that meets or exceeds Ontario regulatory standards. The Ontario Clean Water Agency is committed to being the most trusted provider of clean water services in Ontario, protecting public health and the environment, and delivering best value to our clients.

For additional information on OCWA’s First Nations Services contact:

David O’Connell Business Development Manager W: 905-491-3060 C: 289-259-9653 [email protected]

One Yonge Street, Suite 1700, Toronto, ON M5E 1E5 www.ocwa.com

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