Site remediation
Last updated on February 26, 2025The Site Remediation Program regulates contaminated sites in British Columbia.
The program focuses on:
- Protection of human health and the environment
- Remediation of complex, high-risk contaminated sites
- Supporting priority development
The Environmental Management Act, Contaminated Sites Regulation and associated protocols lay out the framework and requirements for site identification, investigation and remediation of contaminated sites.
Technical and administrative guidance describes ministry expectations on certain aspects of site investigation and remediation.
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Identify a site
Identify a site that may be contaminated.
Investigate a site
Understand your role in the site investigation process.
Remediate a site
Take steps to remediate a site.
Certify a site
Get a certification document.
Classify a site
Learn when a Site Risk Classification Report is required.
Relocate soil
Safely move soil from one location to another.
Submit for site remediation services
If you manage, identify or clean up contaminated sites, you can submit forms online or by email, including:
- Contaminated Site Services Application
- Notification of Likely or Actual Migration
- Notification of Independent Remediation
- Site Disclosure Statements
Get more information about how to apply for services.
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For First Nations Governments
Find information and resources for First Nations Governments to support an understanding of contaminated sites regulation in B.C.