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Turn Off Water By-Pass

The Municipality of Wawa requests homeowners TURN OFF their WATER BY-PASS VALVES, EFFECTIVE May 17, 2021.  Thank you for your co-operation this past winter.

If you have any questions, you can contact Director of Infrastructure Services Department Dan Beach at 705-856-2244 ext. 252 or by email.

Dan Beach
Director of Infrastructure Services

Emergency Preparedness Week - May 2-8, 2021

This year, Emergency Preparedness Week (EP Week) is May 2-8, 2021.

Emergency Preparedness Week is a national awareness initiative that has taken place annually since 1996. It is a collaborative event undertaken by provincial and territorial emergency management organizations supporting activities at the local level, in concert with Public Safety Canada and partners. EP Week encourages Canadians to take three simple steps to become better prepared to face a range of emergencies:

• Know the risks
• Make a...

May is Building Safety Month

Have you ever wondered what steps are required to plan your construction project?

• Plan
• Connect
• Hire a Designer
• Get the Proper Approval
• Hire Professionals
• Call for Inspections
• Get Final Approval
• Enjoy!

Find out More! 

Proclamation - Huntington's Disease Awareness Month

If you see a blue or purple light shine on the Wawa Goose in the month of May, this is in recognition of Huntington's Disease.  

Huntington's disease (HD) is a progressive brain disorder caused by a defective gene. This disease causes changes in the central area of the brain, which affect movement, mood and thinking skills. HD is often described as having ALS, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's all at the same time. Sites across Canada are helping raise awareness...

Proclamation - Community Living Awareness Month

Community Living Algoma is a non-profit, charitable organization committed to the full inclusion and citizenship of people with intellectual disabilities. Now in its 68th year of operation, it provides services and supports to over 720 children and adults in the District of Algoma.

Municipal Council does hereby proclaim the month of May 2021 as “Community Living Algoma Awareness Month” in the town of Wawa.

View the Proclamation