TL;DR
Prince Edward Island does not require a provincial transporter licence for non-hazardous solid waste haulers. PEI runs a centralized waste management system through the Island Waste Management Corporation (IWMC). The IWMC manages all public waste disposal facilities on the island. Haulers must deliver waste to IWMC facilities. They must also follow the province's waste diversion and sorting rules.
What permits do I need to haul dumpsters in PEI?
Provincial requirements
PEI does not require a provincial transporter permit for non-hazardous solid waste haulers.[1] The Environmental Protection Act requires approvals for waste disposal facilities. It does not impose licensing requirements on waste haulers.
The Island Waste Management Corporation (IWMC) runs the waste management infrastructure in PEI. This includes the Waste Watch Drop-Off Centre network and the Energy from Waste facility.[3] All commercial haulers must take waste to facilities that IWMC runs or approves. They must pay the tipping fees that apply.
The Waste Resource Management Regulations set source separation requirements and banned materials.[2] PEI has extensive waste sorting rules under the Waste Watch program.
Municipal requirements
Both Charlottetown and Summerside make waste haulers get a business licence. Placing a container on a public road requires a municipal permit.
Important
PEI is a small market with a centralized waste management system. All disposal goes through IWMC facilities. Before you enter this market, build your relationship with IWMC. Learn their tipping fee schedule, sorting rules, and facility hours.
What are the environmental compliance requirements?
All waste must be sorted under the Waste Watch program before delivery to IWMC facilities.[2] PEI bans a wide range of materials from landfill. The bans include organics, recyclable containers, and beverage containers. They also include tires, electronics, and many construction materials.[3]
What insurance do I need in PEI?
| Coverage Type | Minimum Required |
|---|---|
| Commercial Auto Liability | $2,000,000 (PEI standard) |
| Workers' Compensation | Required through WCB PEI for all employers |
Official References
| # | Resource | Agency | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Environmental Protection Act, R.S.P.E.I. 1988, c. E-9 | Government of Prince Edward Island | statute |
| 2 | Waste Resource Management Regulations, EC2014-585 | Government of Prince Edward Island | regulation |
| 3 | Island Waste Management Corporation | Island Waste Management Corporation | website |