Sample bottles for chemistry and bacterial analysis and the required forms are available at Access PEI sites or at the PEI Analytical Laboratories, 23 Innovation Way, Charlottetown. There are two analysis bottles available: Bacteria analysis uses a sterile clear plastic bottle...
When do I need a Well Contractor’s or a Well Driller's License? Any person who undertakes in the drilling, construction or reconstruction of a water or geothermal well, needs a Well Driller's License. Holders of a Well Driller’s License must be employed by a company that has a...
About one half of PEI residents and business are serviced by central water supply or wastewater treatment systems, including systems that meet the needs of municipal and industrial customers, private developments or other establishments that serve the public. The requirements for...
Who requires a pumper’s license? Any person/business that undertakes the cleaning of a sewage disposal system or the disposal of septage or biosolids. What is septage? Septage is material removed from a septic tank. Septic tanks should be cleaned as needed (every 3 to 5 years) using a Licensed Pumper. Licensed Pumpers are required to haul this material to an approved facility for processing and treatment. Charlottetown or Summerside both have approved disposal facilities. What are sludge and biosolids? Sludge, or biosolids, is the semi-liquid material removed from wastewater treatment systems...
Do I need a permit to withdraw surface water for irrigation? Yes. A Water Withdrawal Permit is needed to withdraw surface water (from a stream, river or wetland) when the rate of withdrawal is more than 25 m 3/day. Filling a water truck tank for application of crop protectants or...
Stream flow data is available for a number of streams across the province. Stream flow data can be accessed from June through September, and is also available for download. What is this data used for? Those who hold a Water Withdrawal Permit for irrigation purposes can use a dashboard within the PEI Water Registry to confirm the water flow in Island streams, and to determine whether they may legally draw water for irrigation purposes. This information is also made available for members of the public who have an interest in stream flows in the province Instructions for Permit Holders The...
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM: 1-902-368-5700 During working hours to report an environmental emergency directly to the department. Evenings and Weekends: 1-800-565-1633 Note: The toll free number is for after-hours emergencies and rings through to the Canadian Coast Guard...
The Water Extraction Permitting Policy is the prime instrument utilized by the Department to make decisions around the use of both surface water and groundwater. The policy provides for sustainable protection of the province’s water resources and aquatic habitat. It was...
Guidelines for Asphalt Plants (2024) - replaces 1985 Guidelines for Asphalt Plants
Prince Edward Island has established an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) review process for any project that may have a negative impact on the environment. The EIA review is a valuable tool. In the early stages of planning it allows the applicant, federal and provincial...