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.
As part of this commitment, in 2020 the City undertook a comprehensive review of the current rates and rate structure for the delivery of water and wastewater services to Vaughan residents and businesses. The study’s outcome, presented to Council in April 2021, validated the City’s current methodology for the water and wastewater rate structure.
The City of Vaughan restricts outdoor water use from May 15 to Sept. 30 each year, as per the Water By-law 024-2024 (PDF). This water conservation measure ensures an uninterrupted supply of water for everyone, especially when water is in peak demand.
