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"I" is for International
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Canada
Allan Baird
Founded as Baird's Septic Tank Pumping in 1980 in Upper
Onslow, Nova Scotia, Allan began his business with a single
vacuum truck. Sensing the need for portable sanitation in the
immediate area, he opened Go-Johns in 1981. Through hard
work and community involvement, Allan grew his company
through the years. He became actively involved in the PSAI
as well as the local Waste Water Nova Scotia Society (WWNS).
The knowledge that he gained and shared with the PSAI was
invaluable in helping WWNS to succeed.
His business philosophy is summarized on his webpage,
"I have always made staying ahead of the
game a priority by investing time, money
and personal effort to upgrade equipment
and techniques."
I have heard Allan repeat portions and versions of this
philosophy at various PSAI events. For his many contributions
to the PSAI, Allan Baird was honored with the Andy Gump
Award in 2014.
Ken Winter
Ken and his son, Roger, of K Winter Sanitation are highlighted
in detail in the "Father and Sons – Part 2" chapter of this
publication.
OASIS – Ontario Association of Sewage Industry Services
This association was established in 1991 "to support businesses
in the septic, portable toilet, and biosolid land application
industry." Through the years OASIS and the PSAI have worked
together on several projects, such as industry training and
certification materials. As of this writing, there are over 165
member companies in Ontario and throughout Canada and
the US.
