TL;DR
Saskatchewan does not require a permit at the provincial level to haul solid waste that is not hazardous. The Environmental Management and Protection Act, 2010 (EMPA) and the Saskatchewan Environmental Code govern waste facilities, not haulers. The Hazardous Substances and Waste Dangerous Goods Regulations cover hazardous substance storage and transport.
What permits do I need to haul dumpsters in Saskatchewan?
Provincial requirements
Saskatchewan does not require a provincial licence to haul solid waste that is not hazardous.[1] Under the EMPA, you may not abandon waste unless you have authorization. All waste must go to permitted facilities. But it does not require a separate transport licence for standard roll-off work.
The Saskatchewan Environmental Code was adopted under the EMPA. It includes chapters on landfills and transfer stations. These apply to the people who run facilities, not to haulers who deliver waste.[3]
If you haul hazardous substances or waste dangerous goods, you must comply with the Hazardous Substances and Waste Dangerous Goods Regulations. These rules require approvals for storage facilities. They require proper manifests too. They also require you to comply with federal Transportation of Dangerous Goods requirements.[2]
Municipal requirements
Saskatoon and Regina require business licences for waste hauling. They also require permits for containers placed on city streets.
What are the environmental compliance requirements?
All waste must go to facilities that operate under permits or notifications. These are issued under the EMPA or Saskatchewan Environmental Code.[1] The province regulates based on results. The people who run each facility must achieve the environmental outcomes that are set.[3]
What insurance do I need in Saskatchewan?
| Coverage Type | Minimum Required |
|---|---|
| Commercial Auto Liability | $2,000,000 (Saskatchewan standard) |
| Workers' Compensation | Required through WCB Saskatchewan for all employers |
Official References
| # | Resource | Agency | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Environmental Management and Protection Act, 2010, S.S. 2010, c. E-10.22 | Government of Saskatchewan | statute |
| 2 | Hazardous Substances and Waste Dangerous Goods Regulations, RRS c. E-10.2 Reg 3 | Government of Saskatchewan | regulation |
| 3 | Saskatchewan Environmental Code | Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment | website |