Environnement
When test results show elevated levels of bacteria in drinking water, the Department of Health & Wellness or Environmental Health may issue a “boil-water advisory” (BWA). Environmental Health recommends that you limit water exposure and practice due...
A permit is needed to install or alter any boiler or pressure vessel, which is not housed in a private residence, for any of the following:
Power (usually steam) boilers above 10 kw (34,152 BTUs) operating at 103 kPa (15 psi) or above,
Heating (hot...
What is an Excavation Pit?
An excavation pit refers to any excavation in the ground made for the purpose of searching for, or removal of, earthen material.
What do I need to operate an excavation pit?
In order to operate an excavation pit, you must...
A valid licence is required to operate a food premises or to prepare and/or serve food to the public at any location in PEI. The licence expires each year on March 31st, except class 4 licenses, which do not expire. Apply for a Licence to Operate a...
What kinds of wells need a permit?
The following types of wells require a Water Withdrawal Permit in order to use the well:
high-capacity wells;
low-capacity wells; or
wells used to supply a central water supply system
A low-capacity well...
Who needs a Liquefied Petroleum (LP) Gas Dispenser Operator License?
Anyone who dispenses a liquefied petroleum gas must hold a valid LP Gas Dispenser Operator License.
How do I obtain a LP Gas Dispenser Operator License?
You must complete an...
Operational and Care Service Standards for Community Care Facilities (Revised 2016) are standards approved by Department of Health and Wellness and Community Care and Facilities and Nursing Homes Board for PEI community care facilities to meet provincial...
Ozone depleting or regulated substances are used in many applications, including refrigeration, air conditioning, fire suppression, cleaning of electronics, and solvents. When these substances are released they enter the earth's atmosphere, are broken...
Companies that wish to apply a commercial class pesticide to client properties must have a pesticide application business licence. Pesticide application business licences are specific to the type of pesticides your business uses. They are available for...
Some pesticides or uses of pesticides require a pesticide application permit in addition to a pesticide applicator certificate. This includes individuals or companies that wish to apply a pesticide:
to any open body of water
to control noxious weeds...
You must successfully complete a written exam to obtain a pesticide applicator certificate. This allows you to apply a commercial, restricted or manufacturing class pesticide. A pass mark of 75 per cent is required. All pesticide exams are administered...
Anyone that wants to buy a commercial, restricted or agricultural class pesticide that does not possess a Pesticide Applicator Certificate, must first obtain a Pesticide Purchase Permit.
What are the requirements?
To obtain a Pesticide Purchase Permit...
You must successfully complete a written exam to obtain a Pesticide Vendor Certificate. This certificate allows you to provide information and recommendations to your customers concerning the use and purchase of a domestic or non-domestic pesticide. A...
Renewal Advisory - March 31, 2023
Please be advised that Septic Contractor and Site Assessor licencing is up for renewal on March 31, 2023 pursuant to subsection 3.(3) of the Water Act Sewage Disposal Systems Regulations.
3.(3) A septic contractor’s...
Permis de motoneige
Tous les centres
En ligne
Permis de pêche
Tous les centres
En personne et en ligne
Cours sur le maniement sécuritaire des armes à...
Si vous remarquez une situation environnementale posant des risques de blessure ou de maladie, vous pouvez la signaler à Hygiène de l’environnement. Des agentes et agents en hygiène de l’environnement sont disponibles pour discuter de toute préoccupation...
It is against the law to smoke in a public place or work place in PEI. Also, smoking is not permitted in any vehicle while a child under age 19 years is present, even if a window, door, sunroof or roof is open and allows fresh air into the vehicle.
For...
A permit is required in order to operate a public or semi-public swimming pool, whirlpool or water fun park. It is valid for one year only and must be renewed annually. Public and semi-public pools are inspected up to three times each year for water...
Tanning facility operators in PEI are required by law to prohibit access to anyone under age 18 years and must visibly display signage indicating the health hazards associated with using tanning equipment.
Tanning facilities will be routinely inspected...
Un permis de vente au détail est requis pour vendre des produits du tabac à l’Î.-P.-É. Il n’est cependant pas nécessaire d’en obtenir un pour vendre uniquement des cigarettes électroniques et leurs accessoires. Si vous vendez des produits du tabac ou des...