Inflow happens when stormwater enters the sewage system through sump pumps or downspouts still connected to the sewage system instead of the storm sewer.
Infiltration happens when water or groundwater from beneath the earth’s surface enters the sewage system through damage or defects such as holes and cracks in manholes and sewer pipes.
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Water is supplied to the City of Vaughan from the City of Toronto and the Region of Peel. Toronto and Peel use water from Lake Ontario which is treated for domestic consumption. York Region purchases water from Toronto and Peel, the wholesale suppliers to Vaughan. The City of Vaughan is the retail supplier of water to the consumer.
To meet the requirements for water quality sampling based on the Safe Drinking Water Act, 2002, the City must complete a certain number of water samples to maintain quality and ensure the safety of the City’s drinking water.
Should I be concerned about lead in my drinking water?
No, distribution sampling results have not shown any indication that unacceptable levels of lead are present in Vaughan’s water. Test results have consistently shown that Vaughan’s lead levels are below the regulated maximum level.
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Continuous maintenance of the City's water infrastructure ensures water continues to flow now and for generations to come. Samples are also analyzed for physical, chemical and inorganic parameters, and are representative of the City’s entire distribution system. They are collected from across the city.
Delivery of safe drinking water and effective wastewater collection are cornerstones of a sustainable and healthy community. The water and wastewater rates provide the necessary funding to support the City's water and wastewater services in accordance with the Safe Drinking Water Act, Ontario Water Resources Act and Environmental Protection Act.
