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Talk about your well -
at your well
Should I send a donation?
Donations are welcome and greatly appreciated. They typically cover:
- transportation to and from your visit
- resources provided to you
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time that your advisor spends at your home
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opportunities for others to benefit from the program
Well Aware is a
2009 National Winner!
The annual FCM–CH2M HILL Sustainable Community Awards celebrate excellence in sustainable community development by highlighting the best municipal initiatives that link environmental, social and economic goals.
The award cites seven municipalities for their participation in Well Aware: Kingston, Thunder Bay, Loyalist Township, Wellington North Township, Bruce County, Town of Wasaga Beach, and Oxford County.
Homeowner was extremely impressed with the program, has strongly recommended it to his neighbours. Is planning on getting a well contractor to give an estimate on an upgrade.
Project Manager
Hearthmakers Energy Cooperative
Delivering Well Aware in Kingston area
for 4 years
About the Free Home Visit
What does voluntary mean?
Voluntary means that you reach out to Well Aware and invite us to your home.
What does confidential mean?
Your information is not shared with: neighbours, health unit, contractors, inspectors or any government officials. What is discussed between you and the advisor stays with you and the advisor.
It is up to you to share your experience with your friends, family and neighbours.
The data collected is used to produce aggregated information that spans the province.
What does non-regulatory mean?
Well Aware will not, and cannot, make you to take action on your well.
Are you trying to sell me something?
Well Aware provides information, resources and refer you to many reliable companies in your area.
What do I need to do for the visit?
Do I need to be there for the visit?
Yes. As the homeowner, you need to be there for the duration of the visit. The guide works through an assessment tool with you. There are many questions and conversations that can help the guide, and you, understand your well.
What do I need to do to prepare for the visit?
Your well record and water sample results offer much information that can enrich the visit.
(these are not mandatory, but can be very helpful)
Your well needs to be accessible for the visit.
Do I need to remove the cap?
Yes. Have tools available to remove the cap during the visit. The advisor can talk you through this process but it is up to you to remove it.
Do not remove cap in advance if you have any concerns.
How long are the visits?
The visits are 1.5 – 2 hours
What about bad weather?
Your guide will call to confirm prior to the visit. If necessary, a decision on a bad weather plan will happen. The guides come prepared for all weather.
Are the visits outside?
Yes. This program is very interactive with your well; therefore it happens at your well. The guides have no need to go in your home.
Scheduling
How do I schedule a free visit?
Contact your local delivery organization or Green Communities Canada.
Will I receive a report after the visit?
Yes, you will receive a report within one month of your visit. The report will contain the information and recommendations that you discussed with your advisor.
You may also receive information that can help you with your well.
Keep the report for future reference.
After the visit, what will I need to do?
It is up to you to take action with your well.
