Northwestern Health Unit - Kenora - Safe Water

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Health Hazard is a 24-hour line to report health hazards
To determine if an individual is under municipal water system or owner/operator of small drinking water system contact Public Health Inspector
Public facilities not served by municipal water could constitute ownership/operation of a small drinking water system and can include churches, community centres, gas stations, libraries, motels, restaurants, seasonal trailer parks and summer camps
Public Health Inspectors located at Dryden, Fort Frances and Kenora offices

Program:

Safe Water

Organization:

Northwestern Health Unit
Kenora
Health Programs for Professionals

Phone Numbers:

807-468-3147

Toll-Free:

1-800-830-5978

Crisis:

807-468-7109

After Hours:

1-866-475-6505

Fax:

807-468-4970

Website:

www.nwhu.on.ca

Address:

210 First St N
Kenora, ON
P9N 2K4

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Location:

Located at First St N within the former Mount Carmel School
Closest intersection is at First St N and Matheson St S

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Service Description:

Addresses public health issues and promotes healthy living

Administers health promotion and disease prevention programs within the Kenora and Rainy River Districts

Carries out provincial legislation for safe drinking water by providing information and services that ensure public safety of drinking water and swimming areas

Conducts inspections and assessments of small drinking water systems
Advises owners/operators on steps to be taken to ensure safety of drinking water including water treatment, testing and training
Supports municipal water works to announce boil water advisories when health risk is indicated and reviews lab testing to determine when water is safe
Monitors the quality of municipal water supplies
Provides information on water treatment and alternative methods
Investigates drinking water complaints and related illnesses
Inspects public facilities including beaches, spas, swimming pools, and whirlpools
Posts public swimming advisories when water is unsafe

Fees:

None

Application:

No application process

Eligibility / Target Population:

No restrictions

Languages:

English

Area Served:

Kenora and Rainy River

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