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2024 Golf Tournament Wrap Up & Photos

posted on Jun 24 2024

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Monday, June 17, 2024 at the Innisfail Golf Club. Even with a mix of sun, cloud and wind, we had a great day with members and industry suppliers.   2024 TOURNAMENT CHAMPIONS Rodney Yellowdirt, Mike Arcand,…

Thank you to our 2024 Annual Golf Tournament Sponsors

posted on Jun 11 2024

Thank you to all of our sponsors for contributing to the Annual Golf Tournament. Opening Lunch Sponsor: PipeTech Rentals and TDH Fluid Systems IncCelebration BBQ Sponsor: ACC Water Solutions Inc Beverage Sponsor: Klearwater Equipment & Technologies…

Meet Our 2024/25 Executive Board

posted on Mar 28 2024

On Wednesday, March 13 at the 49th Annual Operators Seminar our 2024-25 Executive Board was announced. The AWWOA is pleased to introduce the following Board members. Congratulations to the elected Directors! 2024-25 Board of Directors Position…

Working in the Industry: The Rory Porter Story

posted on Aug 3 2023

After working as a journeyman electrician, Rory Porter was looking for a change. At the recommendation of a friend, he chose to purse a career in the water/wastewater industry. Now working with the Town of Banff Wastewater Treatment Plant,…

2023 Member Survey Results + Highlights

posted on Jun 28 2023

Thank you to everyone who participated in our most recent member survey!Through the results, we can better understand our members and offer programs and services to meet their needs and interests. Highlights Include: 35% of members are employed…

Marco Gervais: The Transition from the Town of Falher to the Smoky River Regional Water Management Commission and Into Retirement

posted on Nov 22 2021

When Marco Gervais started working in the water/wastewater industry there was no such thing as a certification program. He was grandfathered in and operated under a restricted certificate. Now, 40 years later he is retiring with certification…

Reflecting on Almost 40 Years and Planning for the Future: Blair Roy Marks Retirement from the City of St. Albert

posted on May 14 2021

After a 38 year-career, City of St. Albert water/wastewater operations veteran Blair Roy has made the move to retirement. Even though he officially retired on April 23, 2021, he still treats the municipality he served like his own. Known for…

Is a Career in Water Right for You?

posted on Jul 5 2019

Have you ever thought about where your water comes from or where your water goes when you flush the toilet? Have you ever wondered who is responsible for ensuring you have immediate access to clean drinking water? These behind-the-scenes people…