If you have a private well that only supplies drinking water to your household, you do not have to meet any drinking water regulations, although you are required to ensure that water is potable. It is strongly advised that everyone test their source of drinking water on a regular basis to ensure it is safe and clean.
Well owners are legally responsible for wells on their property, and should be familiar with the laws that affect them. Ontario’s Wells Regulation (Reg. 903) sets rules for who can construct or work on a well and construction standards for all new wells.
On-line Information
- Ministry of Environment: Drinking Water Ontario
- Ontario Ground Water Association: www.ogwa.ca
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