eather, outdoor water use was a bit less of a concern.
The Keremeos aquifer does not rise in proportion to the amount of precipitation that the Similkameen receives. We can therefore always look at our indoor water consumption.
The biggest water waster in the average Canadian home is the toilet. There is a rebate program in place by the Keremeos Irrigation District and the Village of Keremeos that provides residents with a $50 rebate for purchasing a low-flow toilet and a $25 rebate for converting a toilet to dual-flush. However, if you do not need to or wish to replace your toilets, there is an easy and free method to decrease the amount of water your toilet uses. Fill an empty, plastic container (such as a milk jug) with sand or stones and place it in your toilet tank. The container will displace that amount of water and your tank will fill up with less.
The other big water wasters in your home are your dishwashers and washing machines. There are rebate programs in place by Fortis BC for purchasing efficient dishwashers and washing machines, check the Fortis website for details if you are are interested.
Fortis BC has also provided free kits through its Tap to Tap program. These kits contain low-flow showerheads and aerators for your sinks. They are available anytime at the village office and are worth trying out for two reasons. First, they are free; you have nothing to lose by picking one up and secondly, if the showerheads and aerators are to your liking, they will save you hundreds of dollars off your energy bills in the long run.