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Workshops

Working Well offers provincewide workshops for well owners to learn the basics of:

• groundwater
• well construction
• common well problems
• contamination risks
• water well protection and best management practices

Fall 2025 workshops  

The fall workshop series will be held online through 3 virtual sessions. Sessions will be recorded and posted online. Registration is encouraged for all 3 workshops.  

Workshop 1: Getting to know your well 

Watch the recording – Workshop 1: Getting to know your well

This webinar covered the fundamentals of groundwater and well systems. Topics included:

• Groundwater 101: What it is and why it matters
• How your well works: Key components and functionality
• Understanding your drilling report: Learn how to read and interpret it
• Draw your well exercise: Create a visual representation of your well 

Workshop 2: Maintaining and managing your well 

Watch the recording – Workshop 2: Maintaining and managing your well 

This webinar covered some of the most common well challenges and how to troubleshoot them effectively. Topics included:

• Common well problems: What to watch for and why they happen
• Top 10 well enemies: Identify and avoid common contamination risks
• Shock chlorination: When and how to disinfect your well safely

Workshop 3: Sampling, testing and treating water from your well 

November 5, 2025 | 6:30 pm to 8 pm | Register for Workshop 3: Sampling, testing and treating water from your well

Maintaining safe and clean drinking water starts with knowing what’s in your well water and how to treat it effectively. This webinar will walk you through the essentials of water sampling, testing and treatment, helping you make informed decisions about your water quality. Topics include:

• Taking water samples: How to take a water sample
• Water testing: What to test for, how often, and where to start
• Water treatment options: Learning the basics of common water treatment systems 

This session provides information for well owners who want to take proactive steps to make sure their well water is safe and reliable.

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