The Importance of Water Safety
Because water is a key element for all life, a safe supply is essential for all users.
By finding a good water source and taking care to treat and protect it until it is delivered to the consumer, we can avoid serious health, financial, or legal consequences.
The public relies on water that is clean and safe for everyone.
Is this water safe to drink?
Public Expectations for Safe Water
Many of us expect to receive absolutely pure water. While Canada has an abundant supply of surface water, it is not all pristine. Groundwater is generally plentiful, but can be easily contaminated.
Appropriate protection of supplies and proper treatment can help to maintain the public’s expectation of a high quality water suppy.
should be safe.