Licensing and compliance
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) provides information on licensing and compliance for nuclear activities in Canada, including regulatory requirements, licensing processes and oversight.
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Services and information
How the licensing process works
Licensing lifecycle and key steps from pre-application to renewal
Major project licensing timelines
Key dates, phases and status information for selected major licensing projects
Find a licence holder or facility
Search the CNSC database for licence holders and licensed facilities
Nuclear substances licensing
Requirements and certification for nuclear substances, devices and activities
Import and export controls
Licensing information for importing and exporting nuclear substances and items
Class II facilities and equipment
Requirements and certification for Class II facilities and prescribed equipment
Forms and reporting
Application forms, guides and compliance reporting
Online services for licensees
Access CNSC e-Business services for licensing, reporting and account tasks
Compliance and enforcement
How the CNSC verifies compliance and responds to non-compliance
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