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Upcoming Canadian TDG and WHMIS regulations, explained in plain language.
Two major TDG amendments (SOR/2026-112 and SOR/2026-127) are already in force, and their transition periods both end around the end of June 2027. Here is what actually changed and how to plan the switch.
Read the explainer· 9 min readRegulatory updatePart 17 of the TDGR requires most companies handling dangerous goods to register their sites in Transport Canada's Client Identification Database — and to renew that registration every year within 30 days of the anniversary. Here is how the obligation works, and the 2026 clarification that exempts many small operators.
Read the explainer· 6 min readRegulatory updateSince December 15, 2025, every hazardous product sold or imported for Canadian workplaces must comply with the amended Hazardous Products Regulations (GHS 7). Here is what that means for suppliers, employers and HMIRA claimants — and why the November 2027 enforcement date is not a reason to wait.
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Two major TDG amendments (SOR/2026-112 and SOR/2026-127) are already in force, and their transition periods both end around the end of June 2027. Here is what actually changed and how to plan the switch.
Read Full ArticleA propane tanker crash in Greely, Ontario led to local evacuations before residents were cleared to return home safely. For Canadian TDG compliance professionals, this incident highlights the operational and emergency response risks associated with bulk Class 2.1 dangerous goods transport. Carriers and shippers of flammable gases should review their Emergency Response Assistance Plans (ERAPs) and driver safety procedures to ensure readiness for highway incidents.
A chemical leak incident in Edinboro, Erie County, prompted an emergency response by local hazmat teams. This serves as an operational reminder for Canadian TDG and WHMIS compliance professionals on the importance of maintaining robust emergency response and spill containment plans. Facilities handling or transporting hazardous materials should review their Emergency Response Assistance Plans (ERAP) and on-site hazardous substance management protocols to ensure rapid containment capabilities.
This Transport Canada manual, TP 13850, outlines the procedures and guidelines for developing scheduled maintenance instructions. While not directly altering dangerous goods shipping regulations, it provides foundational information for entities involved in maintaining equipment or facilities that may handle or transport dangerous goods, ensuring proper maintenance practices are documented and followed.
This Transport Canada publication, TP 1258, outlines the Emergency Security Control of Air Traffic (ESCAT) Plan. While not directly changing dangerous goods compliance requirements, it is important for professionals to be aware of this plan as it details procedures for controlling air traffic during emergencies, which could indirectly affect the movement and handling of dangerous goods by air.
This incident highlights the ongoing risk of chemical spills during transportation, underscoring the need for robust emergency response plans and proper placarding. Dangerous goods compliance professionals should review their spill response protocols and ensure all personnel are adequately trained to manage incidents involving hazardous materials, even if the specific chemical is a 'fire retardant' which may still pose environmental or health risks.
A tractor-trailer overturning and causing a hazardous materials incident highlights the ongoing risks associated with dangerous goods transportation. Compliance professionals should reinforce training on securement, placarding, and emergency response procedures, especially for drivers navigating challenging road conditions like traffic circles, to prevent similar incidents and ensure regulatory adherence.
This incident highlights the ongoing security risks to dangerous goods infrastructure, specifically gas pipelines, in certain regions. Dangerous goods compliance professionals involved in the transportation or storage of natural gas, particularly those operating in or through high-risk areas, should review their security plans and risk assessments to mitigate potential threats from militant activity.
An explosion at the Port of Rotterdam resulted in one fatality and several injuries. Dangerous goods compliance professionals should be aware of this incident as it highlights the inherent risks associated with handling and transporting hazardous materials in port environments, potentially leading to increased scrutiny or revised safety protocols for port operations.
