New contaminants regulation

This engagement is now closed.

It ran from 2024-08-06 to 2024-09-30.

Check below for where to find results.

Where can I find results? 

Results will be published on this site once available.

What was this engagement about? 

This engagement was open to Yukon First Nations governments and industry stakeholders. It closed on September 30, 2024.

A new Contaminants Regulation will repeal and replace the existing Contaminated Sites Regulation and the Spills Regulation. The government is proposing a new Contaminants Regulation to better ensure:

  • environmental protection by following updated standards aligned with the latest knowledge and national guidance; 
  • effective contaminated site remediation and development of contaminated land;
  • transparent processes by clarifying expectations, requirements and processes for remediating contaminates sites and managing spills; and 
  • efficiency by reducing timelines and red tape.

The government previously engaged with the wider public, Yukon First Nations and industry on the proposed new Contaminants Regulation in 2018. The government re-engaged Yukon First Nations and key industry stakeholders who work with contaminated sites and spills due to the time that has passed since 2018.

How will my input make a difference? 

Feedback from Yukon First Nations and industry stakeholders will be considered as the Contaminants Regulation is finalized. Feedback will be considered on 10 themes related to contaminated sites and managing spills:

  • Updated standards
  • Transfer of responsibility
  • Designation of contaminated sites
  • Changes to permitted activities (including remediation)
  • Allowing certain restricted activities
  • Certificate of Compliance with conditions
  • Remedial Action Plan
  • Site investigation and site assessment
  • Relocation permit exemptions
  • Protocol for remediation facility construction
Give your feedback on the engagement process 

Send your feedback on this engagement to [email protected].