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Read the Latest Edition of Watermark: Innovation
December 11, 2025
Innovation is an evergreen topic at the BCWWA. Continuous improvement not just a goal but an integral part of the water sector’s DNA. And as we wrap up the year, innovation feels more relevant than ever. 2025 has been a year packed with fresh ideas, strategic priorities, meaningful connections, and exciting new beginnings. In this issue, we invite you to reflect with us on the moments that reshaped and refocused our organization and to celebrate the innovative work of our members and partners who are moving the sector forward.
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In this issue:
New Beginnings: An Interview with Incoming EOCP CEO Katja Roberts
Ask anyone in the water industry and they’ll tell you the same thing: success starts with partnership. Watermark recently had the opportunity to sit down with incoming EOCP CEO Katja Roberts and BCWWA CEO Lee Coonfer to discuss Katja’s new role and her vision for the organization – and what partnership in the water sector looks like.
Collective Voices, Stronger Impact
In October 2025, Darcy Dion, BCWWA and EOCP Board Member and Technical Sales Representative at McWane Canada, had the opportunity to attend the Water Supply Association of BC Conference in Osoyoos. A first-timer to the conference, Darcy shares her experiences and where she sees all three organizations, WSABC, EOCP and BCWWA sharing key priorities and initiatives on behalf of this sector.
Building Futures Behind the Fence
Turning incarceration into certification. Mike Hewitt shares how the team at Almaquin Enterprises collaborated with a class 3 wastewater treatment plant at the William Head Correctional Institution in Metchosin, BC, to provide inmates with wastewater operations training using practical, hands-on skills.
2025 was an exciting year for BCWWA’s annual Student Design Competition. Team StormWise Innovations charted a course of victory, nabbing first place at the BCWWA and WEFTEC competitions with their winning stormwater management solution. Watermark spoke with the team to learn more about their project and experience presenting on an international stage.
Watermark magazine is BCWWA’s quarterly magazine and member resource curated to keep water professionals up to date on the latest industry news, research, professional development and best practices. If you would like to pitch an article or receive a print issue, get in touch with us at communication@bcwwa.org.