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Understanding BC Contaminated Sites Regulation: A 2026 Guide

A comprehensive overview of British Columbia contaminated sites regulations, including recent changes to Stage 10 amendments and what they mean for si...

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Phase 2 Environmental Site Assessment: Process, Cost and When You Need One

A Phase 2 ESA involves soil and groundwater sampling to confirm or rule out contamination. Costs range from $10,000 to $50,000+. Here is what the proc...

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Stormwater Management for Construction Sites: Requirements and Best Practices

Stormwater violations on construction sites carry fines up to $64,618 per day. Here are the erosion and sediment control requirements every contractor...

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How to Get a Certificate of Compliance for a Contaminated Site in BC

How to obtain a Certificate of Compliance for a contaminated site in BC. Step-by-step process, costs ($50K-$1M+), timeline and the investigation and r...

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