Water Advisories

Keewatin Seasonal Water Service Shut-off

Please be advised that beginning on Monday, October 21, we will start the process of turning off water service to seasonal customers in Keewatin. 

This work is weather-dependent. The shut-off process could start earlier if there are freezing temperatures. 

We appreciate your understanding during this seasonal maintenance and anticipate resuming the water service as usual next spring.

Seasonal Washroom Closures

Please be advised that the seasonal washroom locations will be closing for the season on Tuesday, October 15. This closure date permits time to winterize and close the various facilities for the season, ensuring they are in ready to reopen in the spring. The water at the dog park will be turned off also. 

Washroom facilities are available at the self-cleaning washroom on Chipman Street and the Thistle Pavilion at the Harbourfront, which are open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 

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Partially Treated Wastewater Overflow Winnipeg River

Please be advised that between the evening of September 16 and morning of September 17 the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant experienced an overflow of partially treated wastewater into the Winnipeg River due to heavy rainfall and pump failure.  The overflow was diluted by the heavy rain flows coming into the Wastewater Treatment Plant, and then further diluted by the River waters. 

The City immediately reported the overflow to the appropriate regulatory bodies upon learning of the event and...

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Minto Drive and Minto Crescent

Please be advised that the Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Minto Drive and Minto Crescent has been issued as of the evening of September 17, 2024.  

All water from taps should be boiled for at least one minute if it is used for human consumption. Once boiled the water can be stored in the refrigerator in a clean food-safe container and should be used for other activities where it may be ingested. 

The advisory shall remain in effect until a notice of rescind is issued. 

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Water Dispensing Station Upgrades

Please be advised that the City of Kenora water dispensing stations are being upgraded to a new key-fob payment system.  

The Crawford Road Station has been upgraded to the key-fob system. Customers with water cards can still access bulk water at the Evergreen Road Station (low and high flow).

On Tuesday, August 6, the Evergreen Station will be out of service for upgrades.

Once both stations have been converted, customers will need a key-fob to use the water stations. The new key-fobs are available...