Improvements to the Regional District of Nanaimo's French Creek Pollution Control Centre (FCPCC) will improve secondary wastewater treatment for more efficient and reliable services to residents, after a joint investment of more than $25.4 million from the federal and provincial governments, along with the Regional District of Nanaimo.
The FCPC treats wastewater from approximately 29,000 homes and businesses in local communities, Including septage from septic systems, and wastewater from properties with holding tanks.
Announced by Minister Sean Fraser, MLA Shelia Malcolmson on behalf of Minister Anne Kang, and Vanessa Craig, Chair of the Regional District of Nanaimo, this project will upgrade the existing FCPCC by building and combined treatment units, including a bioreactor and clarifier, to improve secondary wastewater treatment and reduce odor for French Creek, Qualicum Beach, Parksville, and neighbouring communities. It will also increase the treatment plant's capacity by approximately 30% to meet anticipated population growth, address complaints through improved odour control, and increase the Centre's useful life until 2040.
Once complete, the FCPCC upgrades will ensure communities in the Regional District of Nanaimo have improved access to high-quality wastewater services and fresher air.
