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Walkerton and Water Quality

The deadly contamination of the Walkerton, Ontario town water supply with E.coli bacteria raises serious concerns about the safety of drinking water in Canada.
Charges Laid in Walkerton Water Contamination
Ontario Provincial Police lay criminal charges against the Koebel brothers in the Walkerton, Ontario water contamination tragedy.
Deadly E. Coli in Ontario
E.coli bacteria contaminate the water supply in Walkerton, Ontario, killing at least seven people and leaving hundreds sick.
Ontario Changes Water Testing Rules
After E.coli contaminated drinking water in the town of Walkerton, the Ontario government changed its regulations for water testing.
Walkerton Inquiry Reports
Final reports and related documents from the Walkerton Commission of Inquiry and the Ontario government response. From the Attorney General of Ontario.
Inside Walkerton
CBC's in-depth feature on the Walkerton tragedy including a timeline.

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