These frequently asked questions are for the general public during a boil water notice. If you have questions about water quality, please call your water supplier.
We have about 950 drinking water systems, regulated under the Drinking Water Protection Act and the Drinking Water Protection Regulation.
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All water suppliers in British Colombia are required to monitor water that reaches consumers.
The following general precautions should be followed when there is a boil water notice in effect.