Grant Dixon appointed as National Leader, ATAP
We're delighted to announce that Grant Dixon, based in our Edmonton office, has accepted the role of National Leader for ATAP. ATAP primarily serves Saskatchewan and Alberta, providing services to utilities, government entities, First Nations, and select private sector clients. In his new position, Grant will focus on expanding and promoting our services throughout western Canada, the north, and Ontario. With over 35 years of experience in both the public and private sectors, Grant brings a wealth of knowledge in water systems operations, management, and project management. Prior to joining ATAP, he held key roles in the public sector in Alberta, demonstrating expertise in water and waste management facilities. Grant is an active volunteer in the water industry and will assume the role of President of the Western Canada Water Association in 2025. Mark Keller, Group Manager of ATAP Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Ontario Region, based in Saskatoon is looking forward to supporting Grant in his new role.
Spring 2024 Course & Workshop Registration Now Open!
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Spring Training Schedule
The Spring 2024 Training Schedule is now ready - check out our Training pages for all the details on our upcoming courses and workshops! ATAP offers both online and in-person courses and workshops, and we continue to provide the same great quality training that you have come to expect from ATAP.
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Our online learning platform provides easy access to our classroom, and quality audio and video for participants. Online certification courses have an in-person exam session offered in Saskatoon on the Tuesday following the course.
Another Successful SWWA Conference in Saskatoon
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Another successful Saskatchewan Water & Wastewater Association (SWWA) conference finished up November 3rd. Members of ATAP staff were there meeting and greeting conference delegates and providing informative seminars: Milton Wood presented a seminar on Unidirectional Flushing and Bert Gaudet one on Biofiltration. Great job guys! We would also like to extend congratulations to the winner of our ATAP winter basket, Fred Fehr of the Resort Village of Blackstrap. ATAP was proud to also donate an auction item to the Water for People silent auction. A great time was had by all!
Welcoming Kelvin Browne
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ATAP is very pleased to have Kelvin Browne join our ATAP Team. Kelvin has over 20 years of experience in the mechanical contracting field and holds a Journeyperson Plumbing Ticket and General Gas Ticket. Before joining ATAP, he successfully managed his own Plumbing and Heating company. His diverse background encompasses residential, commercial, and industrial mechanical projects, offering a multifaceted range of experiences and valuable construction insights. Welcome Kelvin!
Real World Learning
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Nothing is more satisfying for our students than to see theory applied in the real world! Students joined their instructor, Bert Gaudet, at the Village of Borden's pristine RO membrane facility on September 27th to learn the hands-on practicalities of running an RO plant. Special thanks to Borden Public Works Coordinator, Kendal Redhead, and to the staff, mayor and council of the Village of Borden for this exceptional opportunity to tour their plant. We also thank our students who kindly granted us permission to photo-document their tour. We hoped that you enjoyed the workshop!
Interim Operational Assistance - offering peace of mind
Don't let staff turnover or vacations hinder the smooth functioning of your treatment plants. Trust our Interim Operator Assistance (IOA) service to provide the necessary support and expertise, ensuring uninterrupted operations and continued water quality excellence.
ATAP can help by providing IOA services, attending your community, on a minimum bi-weekly basis (or as mandated by your regulator). Our service includes the provision of expertise and knowledge, flexibility and adaptability, continuity and reliability, resulting in peace of mind.
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Contact Mark at kellerm@ae.ca for further details.
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