Water and Wastewater

York Region monitors beach water to make sure it is safe for swimming. If not, signs are posted at the beach and results are posted here for the public.

Conserving water is important for our communities. Using less water helps protect our environment and ensures we have enough supply for emergencies.

These guidelines and standards have been developed for use by engineering consultants and contractors working on York Region public and private infrastructure projects.

York Region’s water is safe for drinking and must meet these high quality standards as legislated by the Ministry of the Environment.

We all play an important role in protecting York Region’s underground and lake water drinking water sources. Find out what York Region is doing and what landowners can do to help.

Learn more about the Duffin Creek Water Pollution Control Plant located on the shores of Lake Ontario in the City of Pickering.

Inflow and infiltration is a problem that increases the cost of water for residents. Learn what it is and what York Region is doing to stop it.

Tap’d In is a mobile drinking water trailer for public events in York Region. The Tap’d In trailer delivers clean, refreshing municipal drinking water.

York Region is responsible for supplying water to residents in all nine of its local municipalities. Learn more about where water in York Region comes from.

Before using water outdoors, learn about your local municipality's Outdoor Water-Use Bylaw.

Well water should be tested regularly for bacteria. Drop off samples from your well to be tested for bacterial contamination.

Permits are required to release water and waste into sanitary and storm sewer systems based on the Sewer Use Bylaw.
The bylaw protects our sewers, employees and the environment. Permits are required by residents and businesses.

Owners and/or operators of small drinking water systems must ensure their water is safe to drink. Understand your roles and responsibilities under provincial law.

York Region offers a wide variety of educational water conservation-based programs for elementary schools.

The Upper York Sewage Solutions Individual Environmental Assessment has been withdrawn.

York Region is committed to providing residents with safe water and wastewater services. Learn how wastewater is collected and treated in York Region.

Learn more about on-going water and wastewater construction projects happening in your community and 10 year construction plans.

The Water and Wastewater Master Plan is York Region’s strategy for providing water and wastewater services to residents and businesses to the year 2051.