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Contractor (Earth-mover) Licensing Program
2024-03-25
The Contractor Licencing Program and related certifications allow contractors to carry out high quality work in and adjacent to watercourses, wetlands and buffer zones with benefit of an expedited response time from Environment, Energy and Climate Action.
Eligible activities include shoreline...
Surface Water Irrigation
2024-01-22
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 m3/day. Filling a water truck tank for application of crop protectants or dust suppression...
Reporting an Oil Spill
2024-01-19
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 Atlantic Region/...
Shoreline Stabilization
2024-01-09
What is shoreline stabilization?
In the past, development along PEI’s shoreline was often undertaken with little thought given to the risks associated with erosion or flooding. As a result, many owners of shoreline properties are now faced with three alternatives:
Do nothing and risk losing...
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Review
2024-01-09
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 regulatory agencies,...
Permit to Alter a Sand Dune
2024-01-09
When do I need a Permit to Alter a Sand Dune?
Anyone who wishes to conduct work on, or near, a sand dune (e.g., build a staircase or boardwalk, undertake shoreline stabilization, etc.) must obtain a Permit to Alter a Sand Dune.
How can I get a Permit to Alter a Sand Dune?
You must complete a...
Construction and Demolition Disposal Site Operational Permit
2024-01-09
Do I need a permit to operate a Construction and Demolition Disposal Site?
Yes, a permit is required.
How do I obtain approval to operate a Construction and Demolition Disposal Site?
Currently, there is a moratorium placed on the development of any new construction and demolition disposal sites...
Pesticide Loader / Mixer Certificate
2023-08-02
Individuals who do not apply pesticides, but are directly involved with the mixing of a non-domestic pesticide must have a Pesticide Loader / Mixer Certificate. All pesticide loader / mixer certificates are issued by the Department.
What are the requirements?
To obtain a Pesticide Loader / Mixer...
Transportation of Hazardous Waste
2023-05-31
Do I need to register to transport hazardous waste?
Yes. Companies which transport hazardous waste outside of PEI must register with the Department as a carrier of hazardous material.
The most common hazardous materials shipped out of Prince Edward Island include:
waste paint...
Generator of Hazardous Waste
2023-05-31
Do I need to register to generate hazardous waste?
Yes. Generators of hazardous waste must register with the department as a hazardous waste generator. Waste material is considered hazardous if it contains a toxic substance listed in the Environmental Protection Act (Canada) Inter-provincial...