Salvage Dealer Licence
Justice & Public Safety
Overview
A business or person who owns or operates a salvage yard in the province, for the purpose of buying or selling salvage, must have a Salvage Dealer Licence issued under the Salvage Dealers Licensing Act.
Eligibility
A business applying for a licence to operate as a salvage dealer must file the following documentation and eligibility will be determined by the Salvage Dealers Licensing Commission:
1. completed application;
2. licence fee; and
3. written confirmation from the Local Planning Commission or municipal office having authority over the type of activity.
Once documentation has been received and an application approved, an interview with the applicant will be conducted by an inspector from the Regional Compliance Office to explain the reporting requirements and ensure that the fencing is in place.
Description
All retailers or businesses that operate a salvage yard for the purpose of reselling or purchasing of salvage, which includes second-hand, used, discarded or surplus metals; goods or articles of every description; unserviceable, discarded or junked motor vehicles; bodies, engines or other component parts of a motor vehicle, but does not include bottles, furniture or books must obtain a licence as issued by the Department of Justice and Public Safety.
The Department employs inspectors who routinely ensure that salvage dealers possess a current licence, maintain reporting requirements, and that the site is compliant with the fencing requirements as outlined in the Unsightly Premises Act.
Fees
Unless otherwise specified, Fees exclude the harmonized sales tax (HST).
| Fee Description | Rate in $ | Effective Date YYYY-MM-DD | |
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| Licence Fee (new or renewal) issued for a period of 2 years expiring June 30th | 150.00 | 1988-01-01 | |
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