News Release                              For Immediate Release

                                                                                                                         July 11, 2012

Water Stewardship Event

The Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula and the Grey Bruce Health Unit are hosting a Water Stewardship Event, 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 28 at the Ferndale Information Centre, 2926 Highway 6, Ferndale.

Targeted toward local homeowners and cottagers, this free event will raise awareness about water quality on the Bruce Peninsula and provide information about how individuals can contribute to its protection.

Expert speakers will review the Ontario Geological Survey Well Water Study, look at shoreline algae and septic system basics. There will be a septic system demonstration and a variety of exhibitors on hand.  

Homeowners and cottagers are invited to bring a sample of their drinking water for a free nitrate analysis performed on-site by Health Unit staff.

“The quality of the water resources of Northern Bruce Peninsula are among the best in the country”, said Dr. Hazel Lynn, Medical Officer of Health, “it is up to all of us to ensure we play our part in maintaining this quality.”

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Attachment:  Northern Bruce Peninsula Water Stewardship Event Poster 

For More Information:

Robert Hart

Public Health Manager

Grey Bruce Health Unit

519-376-9420 or 1-800-263-3456 ext. 1279

b.hart@publichealthgreybruce.on.ca