Region of Durham Sludgehammers triumph at Provincial Operations Challenge!

In a thrilling display of skill and teamwork, the Region of Durham Sludgehammers have won the provincial championship at the 2025 Operations Challenge at the Water Environment Association of Ontario (WEAO) conference in London, Ontario. The four-person wastewater professionals team consisting of captain Adam Hubers, Kirk Gonsalves, Matt Moffat, and Kevin Round, led by coach Andy Griffin, secured gold in Process Control and Safety, and placed second in Laboratory, Collections, and Pump Maintenance, making them the overall event champions. 

The Operations Challenge is a competition that tests the essential skills necessary to operate and maintain wastewater facilities effectively. Teams from across Ontario compete in five different skill-based events: process control, laboratory testing, pump maintenance, collection, and safety. This annual competition highlights the importance of wastewater management in protecting public health and the environment. 

Congratulations Sludgehammers! Your success is a testament to the Region's commitment to excellence in wastewater management and the hard work of all our skilled professionals. Check out a sneak peek of the Sludgehammers’ performance with these amazing photos.