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Program:
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Northwestern Health Unit - Kenora - Safe Water
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Phone Numbers:
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807-468-3147
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Toll-Free:
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1-800-830-5978
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Crisis:
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807-468-7109
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After Hours:
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1-866-475-6505
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Fax:
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807-468-4970
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Address:
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210 First St N
Kenora, ON
P9N 2K4
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Location:
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- Located at First St N within the former Mount Carmel School
- Closest intersection is at First St N and Matheson St S
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
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Service Description:
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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
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Fees:
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None
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Application:
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No application process
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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No restrictions
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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District of Kenora, District of Rainy River, James and Hudson Bay Coast, Northern
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Last Updated:
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12/27/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=141997
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