TL;DR
Yukon does not require a licence at the territorial level to haul solid waste that is not hazardous. The Environment Act and Solid Waste Regulations focus on standards for disposal sites, not on transport. Yukon's waste management market is very small. It centers on Whitehorse. City and town rules are the main layer of regulation.
What permits do I need to haul dumpsters in Yukon?
Territorial requirements
Yukon does not require a territorial permit to haul solid waste that is not hazardous.[1] The Solid Waste Regulations set standards for solid waste disposal facilities. These cover rules for operating a site and for closing it. The rules do not impose licensing on waste haulers.[2]
Haulers of hazardous waste must comply with the federal Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act. They must also meet any territorial requirements that apply under the Environment Act.[1]
Municipal requirements
Whitehorse requires a business licence for waste hauling. Placing a container on a city street requires a permit from the City.
Important
Yukon is a very small market. It does not have much disposal infrastructure. The City of Whitehorse runs the territory's main landfill. Before you enter this market, go straight to the City of Whitehorse Waste Management division. Verify the current tipping fees. Ask which materials they accept and what hours they are open.
What insurance do I need in Yukon?
| Coverage Type | Minimum Required |
|---|---|
| Commercial Auto Liability | $2,000,000 (Yukon standard) |
| Workers' Compensation | Required through YWCHSB for all employers |
All employers must have coverage through the Yukon Workers' Compensation Health and Safety Board (YWCHSB).
Official References
| # | Resource | Agency | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Environment Act, S.Y. 2003, c. 5 | Government of Yukon | statute |
| 2 | Solid Waste Regulations, O.I.C. 2000/024 | Government of Yukon | regulation |