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Grand Bend Treatment Facility Award

The Grand Bend Area Wastewater Treatment Facility has become the first in North America to achieve the Envision Sustainable Infrastructure Platinum Award.

Stantec Global Design converted one of four existing lagoons to an extended aeration mechanical treatment facility and wetland nature reserve.

The facility stops effluent discharges from adversely affecting surface and groundwater quality and allows for responsible community development.

Key features include a constructed wetland to support native wildlife species.

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Scoreboard, Sept 11

The San Francisco 49ers opened their NFL season with 27-7 win over the L-A Rams in Melbourne, Australia.