TL;DR
Manitoba does not require a provincial licence for non-hazardous solid waste transporters. The Dangerous Goods Handling and Transportation Act and Hazardous Waste Regulation govern hazardous waste carriers, who must obtain a Carrier Licence from Manitoba Environment and Climate Change. Municipal business licences and bylaws apply to standard roll-off operations.
What permits do I need to haul dumpsters in Manitoba?
Provincial requirements
Manitoba does not require a provincial licence or permit for non-hazardous solid waste haulers.[3] Standard dumpster rental and roll-off operations handling construction debris, renovation waste, and commercial waste do not need provincial authorization to transport.
Carriers of hazardous waste must obtain a Carrier Licence from Manitoba Environment and Climate Change under The Dangerous Goods Handling and Transportation Act.[1] The licence is issued to the company, and each driver must have training certificates compliant with federal Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations. Hazardous waste shipments require manifests (movement documents) tracking waste from generator to receiver.[2]
Municipal requirements
Winnipeg requires a business licence for waste hauling operations and permits for containers placed on public property.
What are the environmental compliance requirements?
All waste must be delivered to facilities licensed under The Environment Act or The Dangerous Goods Handling and Transportation Act.[3] Hazardous waste may only be disposed of at licensed hazardous waste disposal facilities or in a manner approved by the director.[1]
What insurance do I need in Manitoba?
| Coverage Type | Minimum Required |
|---|---|
| Commercial Auto Liability | $2,000,000 (Manitoba standard) |
| Workers' Compensation | Required through WCB Manitoba for all employers |
Official References
| # | Resource | Agency | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Dangerous Goods Handling and Transportation Act, C.C.S.M. c. D12 | Government of Manitoba | statute |
| 2 | Hazardous Waste Regulation, M.R. 195/2015 | Government of Manitoba | regulation |
| 3 | The Environment Act, C.C.S.M. c. E125 | Government of Manitoba | statute |