The Fisheries Act
This prevents projects that harmfully alter or disrupt fish habitat and projects that lead to the release of harmful substances into fish-filled water. Determine if your project is subject to The Fisheries Act.
Species at Risk Act
This prohibits a project that leads to the killing, harming, harassment, possession, capturing or taking of endangered or threatened species or their habitat. For more information on SARA, please visit this Guide.
DFO is responsible for the protection of aquatic species at risk. Click here for more information.
Canadian Navigable Waters Act
Administered by Transport Canada, the NPA “authorizes and regulates interferences with the public right of navigation.” If you’re planning a project that takes place in, on, under, over or through navigable waters, this Act applies to you. For more information, click here. These FAQ’s are another helpful resource.
Provincial and Territorial Requirements
Not sure if your project requires permits or approvals from your province or territory? Contact the proper agency from this contact list and find out.
Municipal Requirements
Your project may also require permits or approvals from your local municipality. Contact your local municipality for more details.
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