Explosives Regulations
Please note:
NRCan is conducting a review of the Explosives Regulations, 2013 with the goal of modernizing the Canadian explosives safety and security regulatory regime.
We have launched consultations on our first set of proposed amendments. If you would like information about the review, the consultation process or the proposed amendments, please contact us at erdmms@nrcan.gc.ca.
Act and Regulations
Understand the Explosives Act and Regulations governing the use of explosives, and the role of NRCan’s Explosives Regulatory Division.
Acquisition, storage and sale
Get acquainted with the key terms and definitions involved in the acquisition, storage and sale of explosives.
Authorization
Find out about the "List of Authorized Explosives" and how to have your products listed on it.
Fireworks Use
Learn about the different kinds of certificates needed for display fireworks.
Importing, exporting and transporting-in-transit
Find out about the Import, Export or In-Transit permits required to move explosives into or out of Canada.
Manufacturing
Learn about the licences, certificates and other requirements involved in manufacturing explosives.
Reporting an incident
Read about the legal provisions in the Explosives Act, 2013 around reporting incidents and accidents to the Explosives Regulatory Division.
Restricted Components
Learn about how to comply with Part 20 of the Explosives Regulations if you are a seller or purchaser of restricted components.
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