Notice of Public Information Centre #2: Class Environmental Assessment for the Expansion of the Saugeen Shores Water Treatment Plant

The Town has retained Ainley Group to undertake the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MECA) for the planned Expansion of the Saugeen Shores Water Treatment Plant. The study is being conducted in accordance with the ‘Schedule C’ requirements of the MCEA (as amended in 2024).

Public consultation is a key part of the MCEA process. A second Public Information Centre (PIC) has been planned to provide an opportunity to review the study background, existing conditions, problems and opportunities and recommended solution. PIC #2 will display the preferred long-term solution to satisfy the Town’s water supply needs. It will outline a phased approach that leverages existing infrastructure and minimizes costs as the Town prepares for growing water demand. The PIC will also serve as a forum to receive public feedback, which will be considered as part of the decision-making process.

Location: Rotary Hall, The Plex, 600 Tomlinson Drive, Port Elgin
Date: October 6, 2026                        
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. 

Following the PIC, all additional information will be posted on the project webpage at www.engage.saugeenshores.ca/WTP.

For questions or more information, please visit the project page listed above or contact:

Town of Saugeen Shores
Colin Saunders
Project Manager, Development Services
Phone: 519-832-2008 Ext. 101 
Email: colin.saunders@saugeenshores.ca 

Ainley Group
Simon Glass, P.Eng
Project Manager
Phone: (905) 452-5172 Ext. 320
Email: simon.glass@ainleygroup.com 

Information will be collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public record.