Water Advisories

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Minto Drive and Minto Crescent

Please be advised that the Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for Minto Drive and Minto Crescent has been issued as of the evening of September 17, 2024.  

All water from taps should be boiled for at least one minute if it is used for human consumption. Once boiled the water can be stored in the refrigerator in a clean food-safe container and should be used for other activities where it may be ingested. 

The advisory shall remain in effect until a notice of rescind is issued. 

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Water Dispensing Station Upgrades

Please be advised that the City of Kenora water dispensing stations are being upgraded to a new key-fob payment system.  

The Crawford Road Station has been upgraded to the key-fob system. Customers with water cards can still access bulk water at the Evergreen Road Station (low and high flow).

On Tuesday, August 6, the Evergreen Station will be out of service for upgrades.

Once both stations have been converted, customers will need a key-fob to use the water stations. The new key-fobs are available...

Mikado Avenue and Tenth Street North Project

Please be advised that on Monday, April 29, Titan Contractors (Kenora) Ltd. will begin completing surface, water and sewer infrastructure upgrades on Mikado Avenue, from Tenth Street North, and Tenth Street North from Mikado Avenue to Rupert Street. The project is expected to be completed by the end of July 2024. 

The street and sidewalks will be closed during construction activities. See the map for the traffic detour plans.  

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Titan Contractors at...

Park Street Water and Sewer Upgrade Project

Please be advised that Titan Contractors (Kenora) Ltd. will be completing surface, water and sewer infrastructure upgrades on Park Street, from Tenth Avenue South to Maple Street, on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. The project is expected to be completed by the end of July 2024. 

The project's initial stage involves breaking rock on Park Street. Residents in the immediate area may experience loud noises. 

The street will be closed during construction activities. See the map for the traffic detour plans. 

If...

Drinking Water System Annual Report Available

City of Kenora water services customers can now view the 2023 Drinking Water System Annual Report.

The City of Kenora continually provides safe drinking water to all customers. As mandated by the Safe Drinking Water Act 2002, Ontario Regulation 170/03, this annual report includes:

• a description of the water treatment process and chemicals used;
• any major expenses to install, repair or upgrade equipment in the system;
• the results of our water tests and how they compare to provincial regulatory...