Whole Home

The average daily domestic water use (per capita) in Canada is 343 litres (Environment Canada), which is the second highest in the world. Approximately 65 per cent of water consumption in the home occurs in the bathroom, mainly through toilet flushing and bathing. Water use in the kitchen accounts for approximately 10 per cent of the consumption, with laundry responsible for approximately 20 per cent of the remaining water used (Environment Canada, Water Efficiency Master Plan).

By updating fixtures and changing some habits, it is possible to reduce a household's water use by more than 40 per cent without affecting  lifestyle (Environment Canada).

To cut down on water use, simply follow the 3 Rs:

Reduce     water use by changing a few habits

Repair       leaks promptly

Retrofit      fixtures to today's water-efficient performance standards

For more information on how to conserve water in the home click here to download your FREE copy of the Water Effiency An At-Home Guide today.

Humidifiers

Did you know that a flow-through furnace humidifier can waste up to 200 litres of water each day or approximately 30,000 litres annually? 

Do your part to conserve water by using your humidifier wisely. Check out this factsheet from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation to learn more about managing the humidity in your home to improve comfort and protect indoor air quality. 

As an incentive to switch to a water-efficient, furnace-mounted humidifier model, York Region offers $30 - $70 humidifier rebates for residents through our Water for Tomorrow program. Click here for details.