Wastewater Treatment Plant
The District of Tofino will be beginning construction of the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) within DL117 (Industrial Way area) in Fall, 2022.
For decades the District of Tofino has discharged untreated sewage into the Pacific Ocean at Duffin Passage. Tofino recognizes the cultural, environmental and recreational values present in Clayoquot Sound and is committed to meeting our obligations under the federal Wastewater Systems Effluent Regulations.
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The District of Tofino will be beginning construction of the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) within DL117 (Industrial Way area) in Fall, 2022.
For decades the District of Tofino has discharged untreated sewage into the Pacific Ocean at Duffin Passage. Tofino recognizes the cultural, environmental and recreational values present in Clayoquot Sound and is committed to meeting our obligations under the federal Wastewater Systems Effluent Regulations.
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Tonquin Connector Temporary Closure
Share Tonquin Connector Temporary Closure on Facebook Share Tonquin Connector Temporary Closure on Twitter Share Tonquin Connector Temporary Closure on Linkedin Email Tonquin Connector Temporary Closure linkThe Tonquin Connector will be temporarily closed from Monday, September 26, until Wednesday, September 28, 2022.
The Tonquin Connector will be intermittently closed to reduce foot traffic at Industrial Way during key points in the Wastewater Treatment Plant construction.
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Special Council Meeting: August 16, 2022
Share Special Council Meeting: August 16, 2022 on Facebook Share Special Council Meeting: August 16, 2022 on Twitter Share Special Council Meeting: August 16, 2022 on Linkedin Email Special Council Meeting: August 16, 2022 linkOn August 16, 2022, Council authorized staff to enter into a Master Municipal Construction Document Platinum contractual agreement with NAC Constructors LTD. to construct a wastewater treatment plant, conveyance system upgrades, and outfalls.
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July 12, 2022: Regular Council Meeting
Share July 12, 2022: Regular Council Meeting on Facebook Share July 12, 2022: Regular Council Meeting on Twitter Share July 12, 2022: Regular Council Meeting on Linkedin Email July 12, 2022: Regular Council Meeting linkThe new Manager of Major Capital Projects presented Council with an update on the wastewater treatment plant, conveyance upgrade, and outfall replacement project. The update included an overview of project progress, staffing details, design and construction cost savings, and upcoming project milestones.
The presentation is shown below:
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February 22, 2022: Regular Council Meeting
Share February 22, 2022: Regular Council Meeting on Facebook Share February 22, 2022: Regular Council Meeting on Twitter Share February 22, 2022: Regular Council Meeting on Linkedin Email February 22, 2022: Regular Council Meeting linkStaff provided a Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) project update which included an updated program cost estimate and detailed breakdown, risk and uncertainty, and implementation timeline. Staff included a detailed breakdown of the pre-construction activities and costs as well as a project team dedicated to the implementation of the Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The presentation is shown below:
Key Dates
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September 2022
Questions or Concerns?
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Infrastructure & Public Works
Email wwtp@tofino.ca
NAC Constructors LTD.
This work is being completed by NAC Constructors LTD.
Timeline
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Notice of Award to Contractor
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageAugust 16, 2022
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Construction Crew Mobilization
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageLate August, 2022
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Commence Construction - WWTP
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageEarly Fall, 2022
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Site Clearing & Rock Removal
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageOctober/November 2022
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Commence Foundation Work at WWTP
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageDecember 2022
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Commence Construction – Conveyance System
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageLate Fall, 2022
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Installation of Pump Stations
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageWinter 2022 - Summer 2023
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Outfall Construction
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageSummer/Fall, 2023
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Commence Mechanical & Electrical Work to Pump Stations
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageFall 2023
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Installation of Process Equipment to WWTP
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageFall 2023/Winter 2024
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Electrical & Instrumentation Installation @ WWTP
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageWinter/Spring 2024
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Start up & Testing to WWTP
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageFall 2024
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Tie in WWTP & Conveyance to Existing District Collection System
Wastewater Treatment Plant has finished this stageSummer 2024
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Commissioning of Facility
Wastewater Treatment Plant is currently at this stageSummer 2024
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Construction Complete
this is an upcoming stage for Wastewater Treatment PlantLate 2024