Recreation Bay water deemed safe

07/07/2023

The Public Safety Division (PSD) of the Mohawk Council of Kahnawà:ke is informing the community that the unsafe water advisory for Recreation Bay has been lifted.

On Wednesday, July 5th, Environmental Health Services (EHS) of Kahnawà:ke Shakotiia’takehnhas Community Services water test results showed E. coli bacteria levels to be above the safety threshold for safe use. Follow up tests have proven that the bacteria levels are now within acceptable limits.

Additionally, as the water in Recreation Bay is now deemed safe for use, the Sports and Recreation Unit is re-opening the beach. Please be reminded that the area is always swim-at-your-own risk.

While health and safety of the community is always paramount, ensuring recreational activities remain available is also important. As a result, ongoing sampling of the water quality will continue until the fall.

For more information, please contact Environmental Health Services at 450-635-9945 or the Public Safety Unit at 450-632-0635.