FNESL delivered full design and contract administration services for a new water supply system serving the Six Nations of the Grand River community. The project included a new Grand River intake, low-lift pumping station, and a 47 L/s membrane-filtration water treatment plant with conventional pre-treatment, biological polishing, and UV/Hâ‚‚Oâ‚‚ advanced oxidation.
Designed for the Grand River’s highly variable water conditions, where turbidity can reach 1,300 NTU, the facility ensures consistent, safe, and high-quality drinking water. Deep foundations driven 65 feet to bedrock provide structural stability on poor soils, while the building’s layout gives operators direct oversight of treatment areas. A lower-level walk-out enables efficient and safe chemical deliveries, supporting safe and efficient day-to-day operations.
The project required coordination with multiple federal and provincial agencies, including Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada, Environment Canada, the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, Health Canada, HRSDC, the Ontario Ministry of the Environment, and the Electrical Safety Authority.
Fully integrated SCADA automation provides precision control and monitoring across all treatment stages, reflecting FNESL’s commitment to reliable performance and sustainable design.
The Six Nations Water Treatment Plant was commissioned in 2014.
- Owner: Six Nations of the Grand River
- Funder: Indigenous Services Canada
- Design Engineer & Contract Administrator: FNESL
- Contractor: Maple Reinders
