Why Canada’s aging wastewater systems are a big problem

Canada August 14, 2026 09:04 AM

Thousands of homes flooded in St. Catharines, Ont., after a major storm overwhelmed the town’s wastewater systems this summer. But it’s not the only place where aging infrastructure poses a huge threat.

Why Canada’s aging wastewater systems are a big problem

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