Looking for professional rainwater harvesting systems in St. Charles, Ontario and the surrounding Northern Ontario region? Canadian Shield Consultants Agency is the trusted local leader in sustainable water management, helping homeowners, cottages, businesses, and municipalities capture, store, and use free rainwater effectively while meeting all Ontario regulations.
Looking for professional rainwater harvesting systems in St. Charles, Ontario and the surrounding Northern Ontario region? Canadian Shield Consultants Agency is the trusted local leader in sustainable water management, helping homeowners, cottages, businesses, and municipalities capture, store, and use free rainwater effectively while meeting all Ontario regulations.
Why Rainwater Harvesting Makes Sense in St. Charles & Northern Ontario
St. Charles sits in the heart of the Canadian Shield, where abundant rainfall (averaging 900–1,100 mm annually) and rocky terrain create the perfect conditions for rainwater collection. With climate patterns shifting and water conservation becoming a priority, more residents and businesses are turning to rainwater harvesting to:
- Reduce municipal water bills by up to 50% (especially for outdoor and non-potable uses)
- Protect wells and septic systems from overuse during dry summer periods
- Achieve off-grid or backup water independence for cottages and rural properties
- Meet Ontario’s green building and environmental goals
- Lower your environmental footprint with a renewable water source
Complete Rainwater Harvesting Services
At Canadian Shield Consultants Agency, we offer turnkey rainwater harvesting solutions tailored to the unique geology and climate of Northern Ontario:
1. System Design & Engineering
Custom designs for residential, commercial, institutional, and agricultural projects using high-quality components that withstand harsh Canadian winters.
2. Rainwater Collection Components
- Architectural leaf screens and first-flush diverters
- Above-ground and below-ground cisterns (polyethylene, concrete, or fiberglass)
- UV-resistant food-grade tanks from 500 to 50,000+ litres
3. Filtration & Treatment
Multi-stage filtration, UV disinfection, and optional ozone systems to deliver clean water for:
- Garden and lawn irrigation
- Toilet flushing & laundry (greywater use)
- Potable use (with proper treatment and Ministry of Environment approval)
4. Professional Installation
Fully licensed and insured installers experienced with Canadian Shield bedrock, frost protection, and year-round performance.
5. Maintenance & Seasonal Services
Annual inspections, winterization, filter replacement, and water quality testing to keep your system running perfectly.
Local Expertise You Can Trust
As a St. Charles-based company, we understand the challenges of the Canadian Shield landscape: shallow soil, granite outcrops, heavy snow loads, and freeze-thaw cycles. Our systems are engineered to perform reliably in temperatures from –40°C to +35°C.
We stay current with:
- Ontario Building Code (OBC) and Plumbing Code requirements
- MOECP (Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks) guidelines
- Local Sudbury District health unit regulations for potable systems
Start Saving Water & Money Today
Homeowners in St. Charles and surrounding areas are already enjoying lower water bills and greater self-sufficiency with professionally designed rainwater harvesting systems.
Contact Canadian Shield Consultants Agency today for your free site assessment and custom quote.
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Rainwater Harvesting – Canadian Shield Consultants, Ontario, Canada
Rainwater harvesting is the process of collecting, storing, and using rainwater that falls on rooftops, decks, or other surfaces. At Canadian Shield Consultants Agency in St. Charles, Ontario, we design custom systems for residential, cottage, commercial, and agricultural use across Northern Ontario.
Yes — 100% legal! Since 2009, the Ontario Building Code (OBC) has permitted rainwater harvesting for both non-potable (toilets, laundry, irrigation) and potable (drinking) uses when the system is designed and installed to code. We are fully compliant with OBC Section 7.1.5 and the Ontario Ministry of the Environment guidelines.
Yes, with proper treatment. Canadian Shield Consultants Agency specializes in potable rainwater systems that include pre-filtration, UV disinfection, and carbon polishing — making harvested rainwater safer than many rural wells in the Canadian Shield region.
Costs typically range from $4,000–$8,000 for a basic outdoor/non-potable cottage system to $12,000–$25,000+ for a full-home potable system (2024–2025 pricing). Every quote from Canadian Shield Consultants Agency in St. Charles is free and customized to your roof size, water needs, and property layout.
Yes! We regularly install in Greater Sudbury, Espanola, Manitoulin Island, Sturgeon Falls, North Bay, Temiskaming Shores, and everywhere on the Canadian Shield. Based in St. Charles, we’re perfectly located to serve Northern Ontario.
Absolutely. We design freeze-protected systems with insulated tanks, buried supply lines below frost depth, and heated components when needed. Many of our clients in St. Charles and Sudbury use their systems year-round with zero issues.
In the Sudbury–North Bay region, you can expect about 600–700 litres (130–155 gallons) of water per 25 mm (1 inch) of rain for every 100 m² (1,076 ft²) of roof area. A typical 150 m² cottage roof can harvest over 90,000 litres per year — often enough to eliminate municipal or hauled water costs.
Yes. Canadian Shield Consultants Agency handles everything: Ontario Building Code compliance, building permits (when required), MOE EASR registration for larger systems, and NSF/ANSI 61 certification documentation.
Very minimal — usually an annual gutter cleaning, filter change, and tank inspection. We offer affordable yearly maintenance packages for clients across Northern Ontario so your system runs perfectly for decades.
Most cottage owners near St. Charles, Killarney, and French River save $1,500–$3,000 per year on water hauling or drilling deeper wells once their system is installed.
We partner with Financeit and several credit unions for low-interest financing. While there is no provincial rebate currently, many municipalities (including Greater Sudbury) offer property tax reductions for green infrastructure — we help you apply.
- 100% local — family-owned and operated right in St. Charles
- 15+ years installing rainwater & greywater systems on the Canadian Shield
- Fully licensed, insured, and OBC-compliant
- We only use Canadian-made tanks and NSF-certified components
- Lifetime workmanship guarantee
Ready to harvest free, clean water at your home or cottage? Contact Canadian Shield Consultants Agency today for your free on-site assessment in St. Charles, Sudbury, North Bay, and all of Northern Ontario.
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