A culture of collaboration The partnership between Graham and the Township of Mapleton began with Mapleton issuing a qualifications-based RFP, which Graham successfully responded to. The Township was seeking a partner that could provide an integrated solution that encompassed both financing and delivery, and it was important to them that they retain full ownership of their utilities at the end of the day. Graham and their MAP model ended up being a perfect fit. “Our RFP was seeking some specific outcomes,” Baron recalls. “We wanted off-balance sheet debt treatment and needed to retain full ownership of our water and wastewater utilities. We wanted a partner that would be able to build and execute these projects, not just provide financing. Graham ended up ticking all those boxes.” From the early stages of the project, Graham has worked in close W.A. Stephenson Mechanical (WASM) builds and upgrades critical water, wastewater, and energy infrastructure across Ontario. We deliver turnkey mechanical construction—from procurement and installation to testing and commissioning—with a COR-aligned safety culture and rigorous QA/QC. Municipal and industrial owners choose us for clear communication, unionized skilled trades, and results that keep plants running reliably. Specialized mechanical contractor for water, wastewater, and energy infrastructure across Ontario (new builds, retrofits, and replacements). Turnkey Delivery: Estimating, Procurement, Installation, Controls Tie-ins, Testing & Commissioning team@wastephenson.com (416) 240-7961 15 Belfield Road, Etobicoke, ON M9W 1E8, CA SEPTEMBER 2025
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