Water Advisories

Unidirectional Flushing Program

Please be advised that Velocity Water Services Inc. will be performing a Unidirectional Flushing Program on the City of Kenora watermain system over the next six to eight weeks, beginning on Monday, May 26.

Flushing will take place in the area outlined in green on the map below.

During the flushing process, there should be no interruptions to water service.   Common and temporary effects of the flushing process include a slight drop in water pressure and discoloured water.

Consumers can expect that...

Coney Island Residents Affected by Power Outage Urged to Conserve Water

On June 25, 2026, SYNERGY NORTH announced a power outage affecting approximately 100 Coney Island residents. Power restoration is expected to be complete by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 26, 2025. 

The City urges Coney Island residents affected by this outage to conserve water until power is restored to prevent overloading grinder pumps, which could lead to sewer spills. 

Homeowners are advised to contact the Ministry of Environment’s Spills Action Centre at 1-800-268-6060 for any sewer spill cleanup...

Evergreen Water Station Operational Now

Please be advised that the Evergreen Water Station on Brinkman Road is now operational.

To ensure the water station remains in good condition, please attach the hose to the chain on the side of the building after each use. This will prevent damage that may require servicing or repairs.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation at the water station.

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Rescind Notice 470 Lakeview Drive and West

Please be advised that the precautionary boil water advisory issued on February 23, 2025, has been rescinded for all persons consuming water from the City of Kenora water distribution system from the following locations: 

• 470 Lakeview Drive and west including homes and businesses in the following areas: Norman, Keewatin, Highway 17 West, and Darlington Drive

The precautionary boil water advisory is rescinded effective February 28, 2025. 

Laboratory testing of the water supply does not indicate the...

Drinking Water System Annual Report Available

City of Kenora water services customers can now view the 2024 Kenora Drinking Water System Annual Report.

The City of Kenora continually provides safe drinking water to all customers. As mandated by the Safe Drinking Water Act 2002, Ontario Regulation 170/03, this annual report includes:

• a description of the water treatment process and chemicals used;
• any major expenses to install, repair or upgrade equipment in the system;
• the results of our water tests and how they compare to provincial...