April 9, 2026
Walpole Island First Nation council is warning residents to avoid contact with ditches along Central Tecumseh Road due to potential health risks from contamination.
In a community notice, officials said recent testing and observations have identified sewage contamination in sections of the ditch system.
“Due to contamination concerns in the ditches of Central Tecumseh Road Area on Walpole Island, community members are advised to exercise caution and avoid contact with the ditches in this area.”