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The Town provides drinking water to its residents from three deep wells. No chlorine is added to the water except during the annual water main flushing program for about a month each spring. Prior to the flushing program, chlorine is added to the system to offset iron, bacteria, silts and other substances that have settled out in the water.

Residents who find the taste or odour of the chlorine objectionable can quickly dissipate it by letting a container of water stand with the surface uncovered for a short time, or by boiling the water for a couple of minutes.

If the water from your taps becomes coloured or dirty during the flushing program, run your taps for ten or fifteen minutes, and the water should then flow clear.

The Town advertises in advance of the flushing program each spring. The Town aims to provide the community with the best quality of water available.

Water Fees Schedule Bylaw No. 1570