DART Protocol Information

 

The Drainage Act and Conservation Authorities Act Protocol (DART protocol) is provincially approved and simplifies the permitting process for drain maintenance and repair. See below for the Protocol document, notification forms, and further guidance and training.

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DART Protocol
A 60-page document created by the Province of Ontario outling the protocol for Municipalities and Conservation Authorities in drain maintenance and repair activities.
 
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Conservation Ontario Update regarding O.Reg 41/24
An update issued March 2024 from Conservation Ontario regarding O.Reg 41/24 and to exceptions for the drainage community.
 
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Notification Form

Excel file to download and complete Notification of Drain Maintenance or Repair.

 
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How to Complete the Notification Form
This 30-page document outlines how to complete the Notification of Drain Maintenance or Repair Form.
 
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Guidance for Drain Maintenance & Repair
This 212-page document was written by DFO's Kavanaugh, Wren and Hoggarth in 2017.
 
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OMAFA Resources
The landing page for Drainage Act and Conservation Authorities Act protocol from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Agribusiness 
 
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Request a Review
Information and forms from the Fisheries and Oceans Canada to request a review of your project near water
 
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