Centralized water and wastewater operator training at Yukon University to benefit First Nations

Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) and Yukon University have announced a new program delivery model to enhance water and wastewater operator training and support in the region.

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“…This year, Yukon University has started to deliver ISC’s Circuit Rider Training Program (CRTP) for First Nations water and wastewater systems operators, in addition to its existing role in delivering the Yukon Water and Wastewater Operator Program (YWWOP), which is open to all operators in the region.

 

The CRTP provides First Nations water and wastewater operators with hands-on training on their own community water systems and training to obtain their certification. The program also provides 24/7 emergency response services to First Nations in the region who manage community systems…

 

…In 2022-23, ISC is investing over $411,000 for water and wastewater initiatives at Yukon University, including over $331,000 for delivery of the CRTP. This builds on the approximately $168,000 provided in 2021-22 for Yukon University to recruit a CRTP Coordinator to deliver the program this fiscal year...”

 

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