In consultation with the Environmental Health Officer, the Water Quality Advisory has been lifted.

03 February, 2026

The Van Anda Improvement District has issued a WATER QUALITY ADVISORY

The Environmental Health Officer has recommended a water quality advisory within the Van Anda Improvement District. Please note, this is not a Boil Water Notice.

Those with health concerns may wish to follow the guidelines of the Boil Water Notice, which states that water should be boiled for two minutes prior to consumption.

All residents are requested to notify their immediate neighbours who may be unaware of the water quality advisory, especially those with health concerns.

Any questions may be directed to the Administrator at contact@vananda-id.ca or phone 604-486-7035

Date of Advisory: January 30, 2026

Clhorine levels have now returned to normal after high levels for the last couple of days.

An issue with the chlorine system has caused too much chlorine to be added to the water. Maximum recommended levels are 4 parts per million (ppm); this mornings measurement at the tank was 7.8 ppm. Usual level is around 3 ppm.

The quickest way to remove chlorine from water is by boiling for 15 mins. Alternatively, leaving the water in a pot or other container with wide opening for at least 24 hours will remove the chlorine by evaporation.

Please share this with others, especially to those with pre-existing health conditions.

We have a new chlorine analyzer but are still experiencing fluctuations in chlorine levels and are working with a technician and the manufacturer to resolve this.

Chlorine levels are back to normal. UV treatment is fully functional after replacement of the ion exchanger media and the ion exchangers back online.