At the February 9 Council Meeting, staff presented the 2025 Drinking Water System Report, providing key updates on King Township’s drinking water systems. This annual report outlines system performance, water quality results, and the ongoing work that helps deliver safe, reliable drinking water to every household.
Read the full report at king.ca/township-services/water/drinking-water-quality.
Highlights:
- Annual + Summary Reports completed for the four drinking water systems
- Zero Adverse Water Quality Incidents
- Township re‑accredited under the Drinking Water Quality Management Standard
- New drinking water licences and permits issued for all systems
- Quality Management System remains effective
- 100% compliance rating across all four water systems in the most recent completed inspections from the Ministry of the Environment Conservation and Parks
York Region’s water is safe to drink. York Region continuously monitors drinking water 24/7, ensuring it meets strict Ontario Drinking Water Quality Standards. More than 100 safety criteria are tested regularly, and treatment includes disinfectants like chlorine or chloramine to protect against harmful microorganisms.
Questions? Read the FAQs at: https://www.york.ca/environment/water-and-wastewater/drinking-water-quality-and-monitoring.
