The Aboriginal Water & Wastewater Association of Ontario (AWWAO) is an information source for water environment and Operator training & certification issues and technology. AWWAO’s members include professionals from Ontario First Nations, Environmental Health Officers, Tribal Councils, Municipal Suppliers and some Government Agencies.
AWWAO is dedicated to the transfer of information and concepts regarding all areas of the water environment. As a member association of AWWA, through them OWWA and WEF, through them WEAO, we provide a valuable network for those involved in water and wastewater industry. In a partnering agreement through the Ontario First Nations Technical Services Corporation and Health Canada, co-operates and liaises with the above associations, government agencies and bodies. AWWAO has a volunteer seat on many of the various association committees.
AWWAO also offers it members the opportunity to:
Through the Association’s Goals and Objectives, resources are maintained and made available upon request for use by the First Nation Plant Operator(s), and:
- Be updated and informated about issues that affect the water environment
- Interact with persons in various fields of water expertise
- Promote concerns of the membership through a collective voice
- Exchange information and ideas to other members, the public and Chiefs & Council
To date, the AWWAO consistently rank the training and certification of Plant Operators as its’ top priority. The attainment of Certification is widely recognized as essential to performing a good job, at a high level, in the water and wastewater treatment plant operations, and an indicator of a responsible and contributing community member.
First Nations Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
$150.00 Membership Fee for First Nations Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators per First Nation. This Membership entitles the Operator(s) to the AWWAO Newsletter, monthly bulletin, Annual Report and the Annual General Assembly & Training Conference cost reimbursement.
Non-Operator, Public Works, Administration & Management
$200.00 Membership Fee for Non-Operator, Public Works, Administration & Management of a First Nation or Non-First Nation. This Membership entitles the Member to the AWWAO Newsletter, monthly bulletins, Annual Report and the Annual General Assembly & Training Conference.