WellSmart
The WellSmart education program helps private well owners protect the quality and supply of their drinking water. As a private well owner, you have access to one of nature's most valuable resources - cool, clean groundwater. You rely on this precious resource to supply clean, safe drinking water to your family.
Spring 2026 Wellsmart Workshops
Date: March 27, 2026:
Location: Gabriola Island Community Hall (2200 South Road, Gabriola Island)
Time: 3:30-5:30 p.m.
With representatives from Island Health and the Ministry of Water, Land and Natural Resource Stewardship, you will have the opportunity to learn about:
- Well maintenance and operation
- Protecting your water source
- Water testing and treatment
- Water treatment options
- Drought management
To register, please send an email to watersmart [at] rdn.bc.ca with "Registration for Gabriola WellSmart Workshop" in the subject line.
For more information, contact the Outreach Coordinator for the Drinking Water and Water Protection Program at 1-877-607-4111 or watersmart [at] rdn.bc.ca.
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Date: April 25, 2026
Location: Pleasant Valley Social Hall (6100 Doumont Road, Nanaimo)
Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (WellSmart Workshop); 1-3 p.m. (Aquifer 211 Workshop)
With representatives from the City of Nanaimo and the Ministry of Water, Land and Natural Resource Stewardship, you will have the opportunity to learn about:
- Well maintenance and operation
- Protecting your water source
- Water testing and treatment
- Water treatment options
- Drought management
- Aquifer 211 Updates
To register, please send an email to watersmart [at] rdn.bc.ca with "Registration for WellSmart Workshop" or "Registration for Aquier 211 Workshop" in the subject line.
If registering for both workshops, please indicate this by having "Registration for WellSmart and Aquifer 211 Workshop" in the subject line as lunch will be provided.
For more information, contact the Outreach Coordinator for the Drinking Water and Water Protection Program at 1-877-607-4111 or watersmart [at] rdn.bc.ca.
Rural Water Quality Stewardship Rebates
Upgrading old wells helps everyone. A corroded casing, failed surface seal, or missing cap can affect the quality of your water and that of your neighbours. Rural Water Quality Stewardship Rebates are available to well owners. Visit the Wellhead Upgrades Rebate and Well Water Testing Rebate pages for more details.
Resources for Well Owners
