About this Event
Join the WIT and London Chapter Book Club for an engaging discussion of M**der in the Primary by John Seldon.
This CPD-approved event brings together water and wastewater professionals to explore the story’s connection to real-world wastewater treatment processes, particularly the primary treatment stage. Participants will have the opportunity to share insights, discuss industry-related themes presented in the book, network with peers, and meet author John Seldon to learn more about the inspiration behind his work.
Whether you’ve read the book cover to cover or are simply interested in wastewater treatment and storytelling, all are welcome to attend.
Special Event Highlights
- The first five registrants will receive a FREE copy of M**der in the Primary.
- John Seldon’s books will be available for purchase at the event at a special discounted price of 2 books for $20.
- Food and beverages will be provided.
- This event is eligible for CPD hours.
Learning Outcomes
✔ Gain a better understanding of the primary stage of wastewater treatment, including screening, grit removal, and primary sedimentation processes.
✔ Describe the purpose and function of primary clarifiers in removing settleable solids and floatable materials.
✔ Identify common operational issues that can affect treatment efficiency and plant performance.
✔ Meet John Seldon, author of M**der in the Primary, and gain insights into the inspiration behind the book.
Speaker: John Seldon, B.Sc, M.A., C.E.T.
Author John Seldon began his 48-year wastewater career with the R&D department of the Ontario Water Resource Commission in 1972. He left to become superintendent of the Barrie Water Resource Recovery Facility in 1975 and, later, an independent contractor specializing in dewatering wastewater residuals. He has written numerous papers on process treatment while also strongly advocating for the hiring of professionally certified technologists as plant operators. John holds a B.Sc. from the University of Guelph and a master’s degree in urban and regional planning from the University of Waterloo. He writes and speaks on his field to all who will listen. John and his wife Dianne live in Port Burwell, Ontario, a village located on the north shore of Lake Erie in the Municipality of Bayham. M**der in the Primary is his first work of fiction.
Event venue & nearby stays
Bostwick Branch Library London Public Library, 501 Southdale Road West, London, Canada
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