Frontenac Municipal Services (FMS) was pleased to participate in the Ontario Onsite Wastewater Association (OOWA) Annual Convention & Expo in Niagara Falls, where FMS presented alongside Clearford Waterworks on advancing communal water and wastewater solutions in rural communities. The session, “A Service-Corporation Model for Communal Water and Wastewater: Lessons from Frontenac County,” provided an overview of how FMS is working[…]

Frontenac Municipal Services (FMS) is seeking to appoint two new members to its Technical Support Committee (TSC). The Technical Support Committee plays a critical advisory role in supporting the planning, operation, and long-term sustainability of communal water and wastewater systems across Frontenac County. As FMS moves toward its first operational systems and continued growth in 2026, this Committee provides essential

Frontenac Municipal Services (FMS) is paving the way for rural development in Frontenac County by making communal water and wastewater systems accessible to developers. Learn how FMS is simplifying the process, de-risking projects, and building strong partnerships to unlock new housing opportunities.

Across Ontario, rural municipalities are grappling with the same challenge: how to deliver reliable infrastructure in a way that’s affordable, flexible, and sustainable. Traditional approaches often fall short in rural settings – especially when it comes to water and wastewater systems. That’s where Municipal Service Corporations (MSC’s) are helping to chart a new path forward. Why MSCs Matter Municipal Service

Clearford brings decades of experience managing small, decentralized water and wastewater systems in rural villages across Ontario. While FMS is still laying the groundwork for active operations, Clearford is already a key part of our team—working closely with our Technical Support Committee to provide technical guidance, policy insights, and practical know-how.

You might be familiar with traditional municipal water and sewer lines, or perhaps individual wells and septic systems common in rural areas. But there’s a powerful “third way” emerging, one that offers a balanced approach to growth and sustainability.