Mr. Speaker, the city of Waterloo has been experiencing a major problem with the deterioration of sewer lines in part of the city where black pipe has been used.
This is a common problem in many Canadian municipalities. To replace underground service the usual practice has been to dig a trench for the main pipe located below the road to the
residence, a practice that is expensive, unsightly and restricts traffic flow.
This problem is being met by the creation of the Centre for Advancement of Trenchless Technologies at the University of Waterloo, with initial sponsorship provided by NRC, Ontario Centre for Environmental Technology Advancement, the city of Waterloo and private industry.
Trenchless technology holds the key to effective future maintenance and rehabilitational below ground infrastructure in Canada.
I would like to congratulate all the parties involved in this most important innovation that will benefit all Canadians.