EcoLoan Program for Replacing Septic Systems in the Municipality of the Township of Gore

The Municipality of the Township of Gore is planning to implement the EcoLoan program to replace outdated septic systems near lakes on its territory. A feasibility study performed in 2013 and partially funded by the GMF (GMF 12045) showed that close to 50% of the septic systems near lakes are defective or substandard, which poses a significant risk for the quality of water bodies in the Township of Gore. Overall, the project will contribute to replacing a maximum of 47 outdated septic systems with advanced secondary systems. Property owners who take part in the program will receive financial assistance from the Municipality by signing an agreement that would apply 70% of the cost of replacing their septic systems to their municipal tax account. With this project, the municipality expects to prevent the eutrophication of lakes and reduce lake water and drinking water well contamination on its territory, while reducing the financial burden for residents. (Project description from original funding application)