Water and wastewater workshops and tours

The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board (DPCDSB) lists Peel Region as an approved Program Provider.

Peel Region does not require further approval from the Peel District School Board (PDSB). As a government-operated program, we are exempt from contract and insurance requirements and maintain our own liability coverage, as outlined in Program/Policy Memorandum 170.

In-class workshops

Grade 2 and Grade 8

During these 60-minute, engaging and curriculum-connected presentations, Peel Region educators will use interactive discussions and activities to teach students:

• Where our drinking water comes from.
• How water and wastewater are treated at our treatment facilities.
• Actions they can take to save and protect water.

Grade 5

During this 60-minute engaging and relevant presentation, Peel educators use interactive discussions and activities to teach students:

• The process of cleaning wastewater through the water resource recovery facilities.
• How the treatment process helps generate energy and support environmental sustainability.
• Actions they can take to save and protect water.

Information before you book

• Workshops are available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.
• Workshops are delivered in-class at your school; one class per workshop.
• Each school must register at least 3 classes, up to a maximum of 6 classes, per day.
• Workshops are intended for Grade 2, Grade 5, and Grade 8 classes. When booking for a split class, indicate this in the comments section of the booking form.
• After booking your session, you will receive a confirmation email.
• For assistance with your booking email us or call 905-791-7800 ext. 4409. 

In-person facility tours

Grades 8 to 12

Discover how our water is treated through a unique tour of Peel's water treatment and water resource recovery facilities. Students will learn:

• The different stages of water and wastewater treatment in Peel.
• The steps taken to ensure the safety and quality of Peel’s drinking water.
• The journey of wastewater after it leaves our homes.
• Items that should never go down the drain.

Information before you book:

• Tours are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
• Tours are delivered in-person at our water treatment and water resource recovery facilities located in Mississauga; one class per tour.
• While the tour is free, schools are responsible for arranging and paying for their transportation. A school bus is required for the tour of the facilities.
• After booking your session, you will receive a confirmation email.
• For assistance with your booking email us or call 905-791-7800 ext. 4409.