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Drinking water… from river to tap
In Brossard, water is drawn directly from the St. Lawrence River and then sent to the Le Royer filtration plant in Saint-Lambert, where it is treated to make it potable.
Key figures
- 10 millionm3 of water used in the region every year;
- 341 liters of water consumed per day/capita on average in Brossard (2020 data);
- 521 liters of water consumed per day/capita on average in Quebec (2020 data).
Careful analysis
The water distributed in Brossard must be of good quality. For this reason, the Ville de Longueuil, the agglomération de Longueuil and an independent control laboratory carry out weekly analyses of its water to ensure compliance with established quality standards.
To find out more about drinking water production, visit the agglomération de Longueuil website.
Wastewater treatment
Wastewater includes :
- Sewage from residences (toilets, baths, showers, sinks, laundry);
- Water from commercial, industrial and administrative buildings;
- Runoff water (rain and slush).
In Brossard, this water is sent to the agglomeration of Longueuil’s wastewater treatment plant. Every day, some 330,000 m³ of wastewater are treated to remove waste and contaminants before being discharged into the St. Lawrence River.
2020-2030 water strategy for the agglomeration of Longueuil
The Water Strategy 2020-2030 is an action plan for the agglomeration of Longueuil that aims to protect the resource and the environment, synonymous with a commitment to quality public service.
The approach was initiated in 2019 with the aim of better equipping the municipal organization to meet its responsibilities as manager of the “water” resource.
The main objectives of the 2020-2030 water strategy are as follows:
- Ensure the quality and availability of drinking water from source to tap at all times.
- Ensure that wastewater treatment meets current and future standards;
- Optimize stormwater management;
- Implement a structured continuous improvement process.
Water meters
The water flowing through a water meter turns a turbine or piston, whose movement is converted into the volume displayed on the dial in cubic meters (m³). Mechanical meters (manual reading) are available. Regular meter readings ensure accurate billing and detect any leaks.
General water-saving tips
There are several simple ways to reduce your water consumption at home, while lowering your bills and protecting this essential resource.
Your toilet is not a trash can!
Your sinks, toilets and storm drains are not garbage cans. Despite the fact that the majority of wastewater volume is treated before being discharged, the presence of a large quantity of debris and pollutant loads to be eliminated results in :
- Reduced water purification efficiency;
- Reduced quality of discharged water;
- Increased risk of sewer backup;
- Increased costs (disposal of solids and removal of contaminants from the water);
- A potential increase in the rate of pollution of watercourses.
Current regulations
Ville de Brossard oversees the use of drinking water to ensure responsible and sustainable management. These regulations aim to preserve this precious resource while meeting the needs of the community. Discover the main guidelines to follow.
Restrictions on use
As part of an emergency measure, the city can ask residents of a sector or the entire population to reduce, boil or not consume water.
To find out more about emergency measures or to sign up for the automated alert system, visit our Emergency measures page.