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Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) Rebates

Did you know about the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) rebates?

2024 RDN Rebates

The RDN is now accepting rebate applications from homeowners for environmentally friendly improvements made to their properties. Rebates are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to qualifying applicants until available funds are spent. If you are interested, please apply early as funding is limited per rebate program. Available rebates are:

Water Stewardship

• Irrigation Upgrades and Soil Improvements - up to $675
• Rainwater Harvesting - up to $1,000
• Septic System Upgrades - up to $700
• Wellhead Upgrades - up to $650
• Well Water Testing - up to $300 (open March 1 for applications)

Green Building

• Woodstove Exchanges - up to $1,500
• Sustainable Development Checklist - $500 and $1,000
• Home Energy Assessments - up to $350
• Graded Site-Cut Timber Use - up to $250
• Fossil Fuel to Heat Pump Replacements - $1,000
• Renewable Energy Systems - up to $650
• Residential Electric Vehicle Charging Stations - up to $150

 

For more information on the RDN rebates available, eligibility and how to apply, visit rdn.bc.ca/rdn-rebates.

For applications and details visit www.rdnrebates.ca  Contact program staff for additional details at watersmart@rdn.bc.ca or 250 390-6560.

Mission: The Qualicum Bay Horne Lake Waterworks District exists to provide clean and affordable drinking water to the ratepayers while being responsible stewards of the environment. 

Vision: We strive to be regarded as a "Top Tier" independent and local waterworks district, -one that is recognized for sustainable, reliable delivery of local water services, environmental stewardship, safe operating practices, and a balanced ratepayer centered approach.     

Values: We value a safe and effective workplace underpinned by mutual respect and dignity. We value the attributes of a small but strong independent organization that actively listens to its ratepayers and takes timely action. We value positive behaviours that yield collaborative learning, purposeful decisions and mission focused outcomes that enhance our long term organizational legacy and advocate for our ratepayers. 

 

The Qualicum Bay Horne Lake Water district is located on the unceded territory of the Qualicum First Nation.  Its purpose is to provide potable water to the residents and businesses of Qualicum Bay, located on Vancouver Island, BC. The District was formed by the Letters Patent in 1968.

There are currently 506 active water connections and 478 land parcels in the District.  These connections are serviced by 3 wells and 2 glass infused steel reservoirs which hold approximately 110,000 imperial gallons/500,000 liters each. The three wells are considered medium deep wells  between 60 - 80 feet deep, and produce approximately 450 gallons of water per minute. The wells are located on the Quadra Sands Aquifer which is of high quality, and is suitable for human consumption without treatment. 

The water distribution system was constructed in phases over a period of more than 4 decades, with the original lines first built in the late 1960's. The current system consists of approximately 17, 550 metres (17.5 km) of distribution water lines.

Qualicum Bay Horne Lake Waterworks District

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Watermain Upgrade on Horne Lake Road

The planned water shut-off date is scheduled for Thursday November 28, 2024 from 8 am to 5 pm. This will be the final shut-off for most of the water district.  This will affect the entire water system.

Please keep an eye on the website,  signs,

Construction is concluding on the Horne Lake watermain replacement with the final tie in and water shut down planned for Thursday November 28, 2024.  We will be connected to the Bowser Water District.  Ratepayers along the Island Highway to Qualicum Landing should still have water from the Bowser Water District.  Water will be shut off on Horne Lake Road to the Railway tracks Ramur, Huson, Pearce, Leon, Kenmuir, Jimmy, Wilks and Radke including all of Dunsmuir and Marshall.

As the Bowser Water District has been kind enough to have this connection in place please try to conserve water.  Once this tie in is completed there will be some discolouration of the water.

The water shut off will last all day and full pressure will not be restored until approximately 7 pm.  When water service is restored, you may experience some air in your lines which is expected and discoloured water.  Open an outside tap fully and monitor it until normal water flow returns.  Please plan ahead to have alternative water on stand-by.  Fill pots, kettles, and buckets should be prepared the night before.  Don't forget your pets!  Thank you for your patience through this complex water pipe installation.

It is a good idea during these construction projects to keep some containers of water handy for periods of disruption.  A bucket of water by the toilet can be useful if you want to flush it "manually".  Also, pitchers and kettles with water, or bottles of water, should be on hand to keep yourself hydrated.

We apologize for any inconvenience this will cause.  If you have any questions regarding this notice, please do not hesitate to contact

250 757-8507.

 

 

 

 

 

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