Each year, International Women’s Day serves as a powerful reminder of the progress made towards gender equality and highlights the work that still needs to be done. 

The 2026 theme is Give to Gain, emphasizing the power of reciprocity and support. When people, organizations, and communities give generously, opportunities and support for women increase. When women thrive, we all rise.

On International Woman’s Day and everyday we celebrate women at OCWA. 

Please join us in welcoming David Donovan and Christopher Hilkene to OCWA’s Board of Directors! Their leadership, expertise and passion for advancing water stewardship will be invaluable as we continue our mission to deliver safe, sustainable and innovative water solutions across Ontario. We look forward to the insight and guidance they’ll bring to OCWA. Welcome, David and Christopher!

OCWA gives back for the holiday season! The Haldimand Cluster recently collected 62lbs of food and essential goods for the Dunnville Salvation Army branch. Thank you to everyone who donated!

OCWA’s amazing OneWater volunteers brought water education to Little Britain, Hepworth and Norfolk County. The sessions were a hit and students and teachers shared glowing feedback.

Dr. George Hall Public School – Kawartha Lakes Region

A big thank you to Brennan and Christine for delivering an engaging and impactful presentation to Grade 8 students in Little Britain! Your enthusiasm helped students gain a deeper understanding of the water cycle and the processes behind water and wastewater treatment.

Hepworth Central Public School – Georgian Highlands Region

Justin and Tyler visited Hepworth Central Public School and shared their expertise with students through the OneWater program. Your hands-on knowledge and engaging presentation helped students connect classroom science to real-world water treatment and conservation.

Lynndale Heights Public School – Southwest Region

The OneWater Education Program is successful because of dedicated operators like Matthew, Tareesa and Ritchie who recently visited Lynndale Heights Public School. Your engaging presentation and insights helped students understand the vital role water and wastewater operators play in keeping our communities safe.

Join us in applauding the incredible winners of the 2025 OCWAmarine Awards. The awards were presented on September 24 in Mississauga. 

Congratulations to all the winners and nominees! 

Watch the video below featuring Iman Hashemi, OCWA’s President & CEO and Courtney Drew, OCWA’s VP of Human Resources, celebrating the winners and their achievements.

Team OCWA from South Peel came out to support the third annual South Peel Shoreline Cleanup around Lakefront Promenade! Thank you for your dedication to a cleaner, healthier environment!

The OneWater program has wrapped up another successful school year. A big thank you to our incredible OneWater volunteers who have helped students understand the importance of clean, safe water and inspired the next generation of water stewards.

On International Women in Engineering Day on June 23, OCWA celebrated and recognized OCWA’s incredible women and gender-diverse engineers that help provide clean water and protect the environment for communities across Ontario. Thank you for everything that you do!

OCWA staff in the Huron Elgin Region, along with their Regional Water Supply partners, participated in a beach clean-up. The most surprising find of the day was a paddle board.

On May 21 and 22, OCWA staff from the Haldimand Cluster participated in the Haldimand Children’s Water Festival. Thanks to the volunteers who taught the kids about all things water and wastewater.

Fifty women leaders from across OCWA gathered together on March 20, 2025 for the OCWA Women in Leadership Conference. It was a day filled with empowering connections, inspiring leadership, confronting gender barriers and creating positive change.