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Septic Contractor Licence and On-site Sewage Disposal System Installer Licence

Published date: January 21, 2026

Renewal Advisory - Be advised that Septic Contractor and Site Assessor licencing must be renewed before March 31 of your expiry year.  

You need to have a Septic Contractor's Licence for the installation, reconstruction, modification or decommissioning of a sewage disposal (septic) system.

You need to have an On-site Sewage Disposal System Installer Licence for the installation, reconstruction, modification or decommissioning of a sewage disposal (septic) system under the supervision of a licensed Septic Contractor.

You can apply for both in the online form below.    

What do I need to get a Septic Contractor's Licence?

  • Have a valid Site Assessor’s Licence.  
  • You must also have attended a seminar approved by the responsible authority.  
  • Have passed Contractor’s Licence exam from the responsible authority.  
  • Fill out the application below.
  • Pay the fee.

If you have a similar licence issued by another province or territory, you may be able to get a Septic Contractor's Licence for PEI if it is equivalent to the PEI regulatory requirements.  

What do I need to get an On-site Sewage Disposal System Installer Licence?

  • Your supervising Septic Contractor must fill out the application below on your behalf.
  • Pay the fee.  
  • You must also have attended a seminar or workshop sponsored by the responsible authority.

What are the fees?

$250 is the application fee and renewal fee for a Septic Contractor Licence. Licences are valid for up to two years. HST is not required.  

$25 is the application fee and renewal fee for an On-site Sewage Disposal System Installer Licence. Licences are valid for up to two years. HST is not required.  

Payment

Online payment: Complete the online form linked below.

New applications must be reviewed prior to making payment. Department staff will contact you after your application has been received.

General Inquiries

Department of Environment, Energy and Climate Action

4th Floor, Jones Building
11 Kent Street
PO Box 2000
Charlottetown, PE C1A 7N8

Phone: 902-368-5044
Toll-free: 1-866-368-5044
Fax: 902-368-5830

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