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A number of pages on the Government of Saskatchewan's website have been professionally translated in French. These translations are identified by a yellow box in the right or left rail that resembles the link below. The home page for French-language content on this site can be found at:

Renseignements en Français

Where an official translation is not available, Google™ Translate can be used. Google™ Translate is a free online language translation service that can translate text and web pages into different languages. Translations are made available to increase access to Government of Saskatchewan content for populations whose first language is not English.

Software-based translations do not approach the fluency of a native speaker or possess the skill of a professional translator. The translation should not be considered exact, and may include incorrect or offensive language. The Government of Saskatchewan does not warrant the accuracy, reliability or timeliness of any information translated by this system. Some files or items cannot be translated, including graphs, photos and other file formats such as portable document formats (PDFs).

Any person or entities that rely on information obtained from the system does so at his or her own risk. Government of Saskatchewan is not responsible for any damage or issues that may possibly result from using translated website content. If you have any questions about Google™ Translate, please visit: Google™ Translate FAQs.

Hazardous Materials Storage

Storing hazardous materials and waste dangerous goods avoid environmental impacts or risk to human health. To minimize these risks, regulations ensure storage facilities are constructed, operated and decommissioned properly.

Application to Construct or Upgrade and Operate a Storage Facility

The Ministry of Environment must approve the construction, alteration or expansion of a facility to handle hazardous substances or waste dangerous goods. All hazardous substance storage facilities require operating approvals.

Application to Decommission a Storage Facility

Owners require an approval from the Ministry of Environment to dismantle or decommission equipment used to store and handle hazardous substances and waste dangerous goods.

Hazardous Substances and Waste Dangerous Goods Storage Facilities

The safe and appropriate storage of hazardous materials is critical to avoid environmental impacts or risk to human health.

The Ministry of Environment maintains a list of all hazardous substance storage facilities that includes:

  • Facility/Operation Name
  • Address
  • Legal Land Description
  • Operational Status
  • Operation ID

Search for a Hazardous Substance Storage Facility

For more information, please contact the Ministry of Environment Inquiry Centre (Toll Free) at 1-800-567-4224, centre.inquiry@gov.sk.ca.

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