Septic System Information

While many types of septic systems are available, a plan must first be accepted by the Algoma Health Unit.  The final installation is also monitored by this agency.

Septic System Brochures

The following resources contain articles, brochures and videos that may help you understand your septic system and its requirements.
CMHC (Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation): Septic System Tank Standards​

Canadian Environmental Law Association: The Law and Your Septic System

FOCA: Cottage Country Septic Systems - An Overview - A list of many article, videos and references with respect to septic systems
Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs:
Elliot Lake Waterfront Owners Association
ELWOA
P. O. Box 22
Elliot Lake, ON
P5A 2J6
​www.elwoa.com
The Elliot Lake Waterfront Owners Association (ELWOA) is a non-profit, voluntary organization, which provides information, representation and assistance on issues that affect the interests of its members who are waterfront property owners within the city of Elliot Lake.