Welcome to the Official Website of Ootischenia Improvement District

Our Mission

At Ootischenia Improvement District, we are committed to providing safe, high quality water services to our community, while maintaining a standard of excellence in customer service and environmental conservation.

Bill Payment Options

Bill payments can be made in person at the District office at 123 Ootischenia Road on Tuesdays and Thursdays 9-4. On days the office is closed there is a mail slot for Cheques Only. You can also mail your payment to 123 Ootischenia Road, Castlegar, BC. V1N 4L7 or send an e-transfer.

COULD YOU PLEASE UPDATE OR SEND AN EMAIL ADDRESS FOR EMERGENCY PURPOSES TO THE OID. oidwater@ootischenia.com

Conservation Tips

There are a number of easy ways to save water, and they all start with you. When you save water, you save money on your utility bills. Here are just a few ways... Learn more...

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Job Posting

August 24, 2023

Hi Everyone;

The Water System Operator Assistant is posted in Personnel & Forms & Reports.

Thank you

OID

Take a Moment to Think About It

October 01, 2023

The value of water is immeasurable.

Every October the water community reflects on A Day Without Water to better educate, appreciate, and understand this incredible resource. The Water Industry’s most important mission is to preserve and protect water for generations to come (both animal, plant and human generations!).

For many, living without fresh flowing water is a stark reality. When water is unavailable, communities stop functioning. Water is used to prepare meals, baths, sanitation, hydration, industry, agriculture, and so much more.

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