The Windsor Utilities Commission and ENWIN Utilities announced that guided tours of the A.H. Weeks Water Treatment Plant will resume this fall, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of the facility's adoption of ozone treatment technology.
Ozone technology milestone
Windsor became the first municipality in Ontario to implement ozone water treatment in June 2001. Ozone is a powerful disinfectant that removes contaminants and improves water quality. Over the past quarter-century, this technology has helped address challenges such as blue-green algae and other naturally occurring contaminants, according to a news release from the utilities commission.
Tour details and participants
The tours will be open to schools, post-secondary institutions, water professionals, and elected officials. Updated tours will highlight current operations, modern treatment practices, and the ongoing role of ozone technology in the region's drinking water supply.
The plant draws water from the Detroit River and supplies treated drinking water to residents and businesses in Windsor, LaSalle, and Tecumseh. It is operated by ENWIN on behalf of the utilities commission.
System maintenance and adoption
The utility noted that ongoing upgrades, regular maintenance, and specialized staff training have supported the long-term operation of the ozone system. Other utilities commissions across Ontario have since adopted the technology, which is now widely used.
Additional details about tour schedules and registration are expected to be released closer to the fall launch. More information is available at ENWIN.com/water.
